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A member asked:
Both of my 2 week olds have lots of "eye boogers". alot of times they wake up w their eyes stuck shut. is this normal? what do i do to get rid of it.
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Blocked year ducts: The tear ducts, which drain tears into the nasopharyngeal, are commonly blocked after delivery,The opening of the duct is in the corner of the eye next to the nose. It almost always opens after gently massaging the corner of the eye with your forefinger for several days.
Answered 6/14/2015
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