Question 1

how likely lacrimal duct tumor?  partial blocked duct flushed  last year no swelling/or issues  started again 1 yr later 1969 had duct surgery 4 block

Accepted Answer

In all my: years of practice....(over 50) I have never seen or head of a case of lacrimal duct  tumor.....not to say such doesn't exist... they do( VERY RARE!! )....it is far more likely that blocked lacrimal ducts are STUBBORN...and surgery while helpful a certain % of the time....can "fail"
Hope this is helpful...continue treating!!! NOT to worry!

Dr Z

Question 2

so a tear duct becomes blocked or lacrimal duct becomes inflamed on one eye then can these lead to similar issues in the other eye?

Accepted Answer

Not usually: The tear ducts are totally separate so a problem in one will not affect the other. However the underlying cause of a problem in one can cause a problem in the other. For example, age-related stenosis of the lacrimal duct can affect both eyes.

Question 3

a week ago, my left lacrimal punctum was swollen; however, it subsided the next day. today, i realise it is still swollen around duct and it's itchy.

Accepted Answer

Itchy eye: Try some visine or other antihistamine eye drop.  You can use warm compresses on the eye and if it does not resolve this weekend, see your doctor for an antibiotic drop on Monday.  Tobrex (tobramycin) is a good broad antibiotic drop to use.  good luck and feel better!

Question 4

i underwent cataract surgery ang syringing of lacrimal duct,and now i often get small painful nodules on eye lid margins.....what to do?

Accepted Answer

Likely meibomian: Nodules are likely meibomian glands clogging. Did you see an eyeMD to see if the small nodules are little styes? Best way to help with this is to apply warm compresses/hot compresses to lid margin &amp; use diluted tea tree oil according to directions under "lid hygiene" at eyedoc2020@blogspot.com. Best of luck.

Question 5

my right tear duct is getting swollen and it hurts when i blink or touch it what's wrong?

Accepted Answer

Infection: most likely it is getting infected and you need to see either your primary care of ophthalmologhist. Take care.

Question 6

my tear ducts are swollen red and are painful when i blink, this is the second time this month, what is this ?

Accepted Answer

See ophthalmologist: and have it checked.  Also if using any eye make up stop using and see if this makes a difference.

Question 7

what can i do if my tear duct is swollen what should i do?

Accepted Answer

Warm compress: Try a warm compress and if not resolving see your doctor or ophthalmologist.

Question 8

i have swollen tear duct for the oast week, what should i do?

Accepted Answer

The Eyes Have It: If you mean a swelling near your upper or lower lid on the inside, then you should get it examined in person. It could just be a minor problem but more likely if ignored will get infected. The tear duct could be obstructed or inflamed but they rarely resolve on their own. If it's really not the duct but just the lid, it may get better on its own but still, best to have an eye doc see it.

Question 9

it feels like my right sperm duct is swollen also it feels like a really tick vein is there aswell, it's kinda pulling up?

Accepted Answer

Not sure: Causes of a "thick" vas deferens can be blockage or inflammation (vasitis). Causes of spermatic cord swelling inlclude varicocele, spermatocele, lipoma or other tumors. You should see a doctor and get evaluated.

Question 10

the area near my tear duct is very red,  swollen, itchy and painful when i blink. is that a stye? what do i do? how long does it take to heal?

Accepted Answer

Swollen tear duct: You may in fact have a stye or it may be an infection of the tear duct.  I suggest that you see an ophthalmologist for definitive diagnosis and treatment.

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Swollen lacrimal duct

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How likely lacrimal duct tumor? partial blocked duct flushed last year no swelling/or issues started again 1 yr later 1969 had duct surgery 4 block

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So a tear duct becomes blocked or lacrimal duct becomes inflamed on one eye then can these lead to similar issues in the other eye?

A member asked:

A week ago, my left lacrimal punctum was swollen; however, it subsided the next day. today, i realise it is still swollen around duct and it's itchy.

A member asked:

I underwent cataract surgery ang syringing of lacrimal duct,and now i often get small painful nodules on eye lid margins.....what to do?

A member asked:

My right tear duct is getting swollen and it hurts when i blink or touch it what's wrong?

A member asked:

My tear ducts are swollen red and are painful when i blink, this is the second time this month, what is this ?

A member asked:

What can i do if my tear duct is swollen what should i do?

A member asked:

I have swollen tear duct for the oast week, what should i do?

A member asked:

It feels like my right sperm duct is swollen also it feels like a really tick vein is there aswell, it's kinda pulling up?

A member asked:

The area near my tear duct is very red, swollen, itchy and painful when i blink. is that a stye? what do i do? how long does it take to heal?

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