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Doc, please answer me what is the function of lacrimal caruncle in eyes?

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Dr. Kent Wellish answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

Helps your tears: Helps store and distribute the inner mucous layer of your tears.

Answered 12/16/2017

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Unknown: There is no actual known function for this universal tissue piece on the nasal side of all eyes. In fact, if it is surgically removed it will grow back, so the eye seems to want it to be there.

Answered 3/20/2018

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