dacryocystitis
Tear Sac Infection
Plain-language definition
Infection of the lacrimal (tear drainage) sac, usually from a blocked nasolacrimal duct. Causes painful swelling near the inner corner of the eye.
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Where this term comes up
“Dacryocystitis (infected tear sac) is a potential complication requiring urgent treatment”
Condition · Blocked Tear Duct (Nasolacrimal Duct Obstruction)
“Common sources are eyelid lacerations, chalazion, hordeolum (stye), local skin infection, dacryocystitis, or sinusitis spreading forward”
Condition · Preseptal Cellulitis
“Dacryocystitis (tear sac infection)”
Treatment · Punctal Plugs
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