Dr. Jiang Jingjing of the Department of Ophthalmology of Beijing Children's Hospital pointed out that the care of patients with lacrimal obstruction should follow the principle of conservative treatment, with waiting for self-healing or reducing symptoms as the main means. For infants under 6 months of age, care can be done in the following ways:
First, infants within 6 months of age are more likely to heal spontaneously with lacrimal obstruction, so early intervention is not necessary. At the same time, early lacrimal exploration is risky because the baby's facial tissue is softer and prone to "false tract". Therefore, a little later (intervention) within 6 months is recommended.
For infants under 6 months of age, secretions can be reduced by topical massage and the use of eye drops. The specific operation method is: press the position of the lacrimal sac with your little finger and rotate the lacrimal sac. If pus spills from the inner corner of your baby's eye, wipe it with a wet wipe and order eye drops.
Tobax and levofloxacin eye drops are commonly used antibiotic eye drops and are safe for infants under 6 months of age. It is recommended to use a dose of one drop once a day. Tear duct problems may cause ongoing discharge, so eye drops are needed.
When using eye drops, parents may be concerned about their safety. In fact, one eye drop at a time is relatively safe and there is no need to worry too much.