Generally there is no lacrimal gland obstruction, mostly refers to the obstruction of the tear duct, in the early stage of the onset of the patient can do the lacrimal sac area massage to promote its opening, improve the discomfort of the symptoms, the condition is serious need to perform surgical treatment.
The lacrimal duct is a long, narrow tube located deep in the inner corner of the eye, which is responsible for draining excess tears from the eye into the nasal cavity, and once obstruction occurs, it will lead to symptoms of tearing. In the early stage of the disease, patients can press the root of the nose with the thumb and forefinger and massage in a circular motion, squeezing the tear sac area, which can increase the pressure of tear drainage and promote the dredging of the blocked tear duct.
If massage is ineffective and the patient’s condition is severe, surgery should be performed to unblock the tear ducts and improve discomfort. Prior to surgery, patients can undergo a tear duct irrigation test or a tear duct imaging test to clarify the location of the obstruction.
It is recommended that patients with tear duct obstruction seek prompt medical attention to evaluate their condition and follow the doctor’s instructions for treatment.