dacryocystitis (Meaning)

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dacryocystitis (n)

inflammation of the lacrimal sac causing obstruction of the tube draining tears into the nose

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Dacryocystitis is an inflammation of the dacryocyst, often caused by bacterial infection.
Symptoms of dacryocystitis include redness, swelling, and tenderness near the inner corner of the eye.
Chronic dacryocystitis can lead to recurrent eye infections and discomfort.
Dacryocystitis commonly occurs when the nasolacrimal duct becomes blocked, preventing proper tear drainage.
Antibiotics are typically prescribed to treat bacterial dacryocystitis and reduce inflammation.
In severe cases of dacryocystitis, surgical intervention may be necessary to clear the blockage and restore tear flow.
Dacryocystitis can cause tearing, discharge, and blurred vision if left untreated.
Newborns may develop congenital dacryocystitis due to an underdeveloped tear drainage system.
Proper hygiene and prompt treatment of eye infections can help prevent dacryocystitis.
Patients with recurrent episodes of dacryocystitis should seek evaluation by an ophthalmologist for further management.

inflammation of the lacrimal sac causing obstruction of the tube draining tears into the nose

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Dacryocystitis is an inflammation of the dacryocyst, often caused by bacterial infection.

Symptoms of dacryocystitis include redness, swelling, and tenderness near the inner corner of the eye.

Chronic dacryocystitis can lead to recurrent eye infections and discomfort.

Dacryocystitis commonly occurs when the nasolacrimal duct becomes blocked, preventing proper tear drainage.