Having a blocked tear duct means your tears can’t drain normally out of that eye. It is often harmless in babies but can be a sign of a problem like infection in adults. The condition is common ...

When tear ducts become blocked, tears build up. These irritate the eyes, increasing the risk of infection and causing painful swelling. Read more about blocked tear ducts here.

A blocked tear duct is more common than you might think and can affect both adults and infants. In some cases, it may even lead to an infection known as dacryocystitis.

After basal tears complete their journey down and across the eye, they drain into structures known as puncta. These are tiny openings in the corners of the upper and lower eyelid. The spent basal ...

Eye discharge due to a blocked tear duct is fairly common in newborn babies. It affects at least 6% of newborns. In some cases, eye discharge may be due to conjunctivitis.

A blocked tear duct is almost always correctable. Less invasive treatments include warm compresses, massage, and antibiotics for an infection. But if your symptoms are severe, you may need a DCR.