tear ducts, Ophthalmology FAQ

Understanding Eye Discomfort: Dryness, Inflammation, and Glaucoma Risks

Fundus examination, dry eyes? Hello Doctor, since January of this year, I have been experiencing dryness, tightness, and a feeling of pressure in my eyes. Artificial tears have not been effective. My eyesight is approximately 700 degrees in both eyes. I proactively asked my docto...

Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: 1. Congenital Thinner Cornea or Optic Nerve: Some individuals may be born with a thinner cornea or optic nerve than normal. This can be due to genetic factors or individual variations and does not necessarily indicate a disease. However, it may increase the risk of certa...

Persistent Eye Issues: Swelling and Discharge After Six Months

The conjunctivitis has persisted for six months. The eyes are swollen, and when pressure is applied to the eyes, fluid flows out from the nose? Hello, my mother is 49 years old and has recently started experiencing eye discharge, blurred vision, and swelling. When she went to the...

Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: Tears naturally flow from the lacrimal ducts into the nasal cavity. If there is an excess of tears, it can resemble a runny nose. Conjunctivitis can cause the eyes to feel swollen. Pressing on the eyes can push tears and secretions into the nose. Blurred vision may have ot...

Understanding Why Your Left Eye Tears Up: Common Causes and Solutions

Medical consultation Tearing in the left eye that occurs spontaneously may be due to several reasons. Possible causes include dry eye syndrome, allergies, or an obstruction in the tear ducts. It is advisable to consult an eye care professional for a thorough examination and appro...

Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, it is possible that you have a tear duct obstruction. Online responses can only serve as a reference; it is necessary to seek medical attention at a healthcare facility. I hope to have the opportunity to assist you. Gao Pilin

Understanding Eye Symptoms: Is Your Screen Time Causing Glaucoma?

Looking at the computer screen? When I look at the computer screen, it feels like I've just cried, with a sensation of beads of water refracting, even though my eyes haven't actually cried, and the other eye doesn't have this issue. I would like to ask the doctor i...

Dr. He Jianxian Reply:
If you are experiencing issues with blocked tear ducts, it could lead to excessive tearing on one side. I recommend that you visit a medical facility for an examination.

Understanding Cataract Surgery Risks: Can Chronic Rhinitis Lead to Endophthalmitis?

Cataracts and endophthalmitis? Hello Doctor: I would like to ask about the issue of endophthalmitis occurring after cataract surgery. If a cataract patient has chronic rhinitis prior to surgery, which involves the presence of nasal discharge, could the bacteria from the rhinitis ...

Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, Dong Dong: Before cataract surgery, local disinfection is performed, and the risk of bacterial infection leading to endophthalmitis is generally low. The use of antibiotic eye drops and the cleaning of the conjunctival sac and tear ducts may depend on the physician's ...

Understanding Tear Production Issues in Toddlers: Causes and Solutions

Tear issues in infants? Hello, doctor. My child is 1 year and 3 months old, and since infancy, he has never cried tears, no matter how much he cries. This has continued to the present day. He has never shed tears when getting vaccinated, injured, or for any other reason. I am con...

Dr. Ke Meilan Reply:
If the eyes appear to be moist, there is no need to worry. 80% of children at three and a half years old will improve their vision through learning and will perform better than the letter C on the vision chart. It is also advisable to take them to an ophthalmologist for an examin...

Post-Cataract Surgery Symptoms: Understanding Eye Discomfort and Tears

Symptoms after cataract surgery? Hello, my mother underwent cataract surgery at your hospital last year. Since this year, she has been experiencing a stinging sensation in her eyes, which is accompanied by pain due to her tendency to rub them. Additionally, her eyes have been tea...

Dr. Hu Yusheng Reply:
Hello: Based on the situation you described, it should not be related to the cataract surgery. I hope your mother can return to our hospital for further examination to determine the true cause and provide appropriate treatment. Wishing you health and safety. Ophthalmologist - Dr....

Common Eye Issues: Excessive Tears and Redness Before Sleep

Eyes I often experience excessive tearing, especially when I close my eyes before sleeping, which happens almost every day. My eyes have a lot of blood vessels visible, and sometimes I feel that seeing things is quite strenuous. However, I have checked and confirmed that it is no...

Dr. Wang Zhangji Reply:
Common causes of excessive tearing and blood-tinged discharge include conjunctivitis, issues with the tear ducts, or even dry eye syndrome. Blurred vision may also be caused by discharge. It is advisable to get an examination.

Effective Treatments for Dry Eye Syndrome: Options and Recommendations

Dry Eye Syndrome Hello Doctor: I am 24 years old. For the past two years, my eyes have suddenly become very dry, and sometimes they even feel burning and painful. It's very distressing. Using artificial tears doesn't help much; they only provide relief for a few minutes...

Dr. Feng Jiefan Reply:
Hello, Xiao Q: The first step in addressing dry eye syndrome is to determine whether it is part of a systemic condition like Sjögren's syndrome or simply isolated dry eye. If it is a systemic condition, internal medicine treatment is necessary. For the ocular aspect, artific...

Potential Complications of Tear Duct Blockage Due to Dry Eyes

What are the potential complications of occluding the tear ducts due to dry eye? What are the potential complications of occluding the tear ducts due to dry eye? I have been suffering from dry eye for many years, and my ophthalmologist has only recommended warm compresses and art...

Dr. Cai Yuyuan Reply:
Hello! For more severe cases of dry eye syndrome, one can first try using dissolvable temporary punctal plugs to occlude the tear ducts and observe the effects and the patient's tolerance. If the patient can tolerate it, then permanent punctal plugs can be used. The use of p...

How to Handle an Eyelash Stuck in Your Tear Duct: Expert Advice

Eyelash trapped in the small opening of the eyelid? On the evening of September 28, a lash got stuck in a small opening in my eyelid (there are two holes in the eyelid, one above and one below, which seem to be drainage ducts for moisture, located towards the nose). The thicker e...

Dr. Cai Yuyuan Reply:
Tears are drained from the eyes to the nasal cavity through the tear ducts. The small opening you see is the opening of the tear duct in the eye (this is where tears are expelled). If an eyelash falls into the tear duct opening, it may temporarily obstruct the flow of tears and c...

Managing Extra Tear Ducts: Solutions for Eye Discomfort

Additional tear duct? There is an additional tear duct next to the eye that also secretes tears. How should this be managed?

Dr. Wang Zhangji Reply:
Hello! I'm not sure how much tears your tear duct secretes in that area of the eye, and whether it has been present since childhood. I hope you can come to the hospital for an examination. Best wishes for your health, Dr. Wang Zhang-ji, Ophthalmology, Taoyuan Hospital, Depar...

Understanding Eye Discomfort: Causes of Tear Duct Issues and Symptoms

Eye problems Hello Dr. Huang: My mother had her tear ducts examined and they are open, but she often has eye discharge or crusting, and her eyes frequently become congested. What could be the cause of this condition? Thank you.

Dr. Huang Bozhen Reply:
Subject: Tearing and Eye Discharge. Explanation: There are many causes of tearing, which may include ingrown eyelashes, lax eyelids, lax conjunctiva, conjunctivitis, keratitis, iritis, etc. Based on the symptoms described, it seems more like bacterial conjunctivitis; it is recomm...