Hi doctor, i am mother of one year old boy. His tear ducts are not yet opened and he doesn’t let me do the massage to his eyes. Please help!

1 Answer

Dr GhouseGuardian of 3 children2 years ago

A. yes it is advisable to massage the nasolacrimal duct okfor further advice in this regard it is advisable to consult your doctor for physical examination and if there is need to do investigations also then only proper treatment can be given

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