hello doctor My daughter is 11 months old and her right eye tear duct is blocked by birth and daily I massage 2 times a day but it has water in left eye mostly and falls like a tear .... and some time discharged also what to do now... so much worried for her

2 Answers

ExpertDr Disha PatelAyurvedic Physician2 years ago

A. keep doing it. The tear duct obstruction usually clears for most babies by one year of age. if no improvement by 1 year of age, then probing is advised generally. Consult paediatric opthalmologist and get proper eye examination done

YogiMom of a 3 yr 6 m old boy2 years ago

A. my son had same issue. continue massage and maintain hygiene.

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