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What could cause a tear duct infection or growth?

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Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

I feel pain and swelling in the tear duct of my left eye and a sharp pain when I close my eyelids. I have some kind of tear-duct infection or growth. Could you please tell me what kind of infection it is? Kindly help.
Answered by Dr. Rahul Vaswani

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Dr. Rahul Vaswani is a skilled Ophthalmologist with expertise in cataract surgery, glaucoma management, refractive errors, and retinal disorders. He specializes in advanced diagnostic and surgical techniques to preserve and improve vision. Dr. Vaswani is committed to delivering personalized, patient-centered eye care with a focus on early detection, preventive treatment, and long-term visual health for patients of all ages.

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Hello,

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Thank you for your query. I understand your concern. You seem to have a lacrimal sac infection known as dacryocystitis. I suggest you to follow a few instructions. Take the tablet Amoxclav 625 mg thrice daily for three days. Take tablets containing Diclofenac and Serratiopeptidase once daily after meals for five days. Take a tablet of Pantoprazole 40 mg every empty morning stomach. Take the tablet Moxifloxacin eye drop six times a day for next week. Use Tobramycin eye drop four times a day for next week. Apply Polymixin and Chloramphenicol eye ointment at bedtime for five days. After completing this course, you have to get a test of syringing done to rule out the blockage. Kindly consult a specialist, talk to them and take medications with their consent. I hope this has helped you. Thank you.

Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

Thank you for your query.

Can I get these medications in a nearby pharmacy?

Answered by Dr. Rahul Vaswani

Education:

MS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Rahul Vaswani is a skilled Ophthalmologist with expertise in cataract surgery, glaucoma management, refractive errors, and retinal disorders. He specializes in advanced diagnostic and surgical techniques to preserve and improve vision. Dr. Vaswani is committed to delivering personalized, patient-centered eye care with a focus on early detection, preventive treatment, and long-term visual health for patients of all ages.

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I think apart from Amoxclav most of the drugs are over the counter. I hope this has helped you. Thank you.

Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

Thank you for your help.

Answered by Dr. Rahul Vaswani

Education:

MS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Rahul Vaswani is a skilled Ophthalmologist with expertise in cataract surgery, glaucoma management, refractive errors, and retinal disorders. He specializes in advanced diagnostic and surgical techniques to preserve and improve vision. Dr. Vaswani is committed to delivering personalized, patient-centered eye care with a focus on early detection, preventive treatment, and long-term visual health for patients of all ages.

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Hello,

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You are welcome. Thank you.

Medically reviewed by iCliniq medical review team
Published At January 15, 2023
Reviewed At October 9, 2023

Education:

MS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Rahul Vaswani is a skilled Ophthalmologist with expertise in cataract surgery, glaucoma management, refractive errors, and retinal disorders. He specializes in advanced diagnostic and surgical techniques to preserve and improve vision. Dr. Vaswani is committed to delivering personalized, patient-centered eye care with a focus on early detection, preventive treatment, and long-term visual health for patients of all ages.

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Dr. Rahul Vaswani
Dr. Rahul Vaswani

Ophthalmology (Eye Care)

Education:

MS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Rahul Vaswani is a skilled Ophthalmologist with expertise in cataract surgery, glaucoma management, refractive errors, and retinal disorders. He specializes in advanced diagnostic and surgical techniques to preserve and improve vision. Dr. Vaswani is committed to delivering personalized, patient-centered eye care with a focus on early detection, preventive treatment, and long-term visual health for patients of all ages.

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