Dacryocystitis Explained (Acute vs Chronic)

Have you ever experienced sudden pain and swelling at the inner corner of your eye? In this video, we explain Dacryocystitis. A blocked tear duct infection that affects thousands of people every year. Learn what causes it, how your tear drainage system works, and what treatment options are available.

Timestamps:
0:00 Introduction
0:20 Tear Drainage System Anatomy
1:00 What is Dacryocystitis
1:40 Acute Dacryocystitis
2:17 Chronic Dacryocystitis
2:42 What Causes Dacryocystitis
3:15 Acute Dacryocystitis Treatment
4:00 Chronic Dacryocystitis Treatment

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Sources and References:

American Academy of Ophthalmology. Dacryocystitis Overview. https://www.aao.org/

EyeWiki. Dacryocystitis. https://eyewiki.org/Dacryocystitis

College of Optometrists. Clinical Management Guidelines: Dacryocystitis (Acute). https://www.college-optometrists.org/...

College of Optometrists. Clinical Management Guidelines: Dacryocystitis (Chronic). https://www.college-optometrists.org/...

NCBI National Center for Biotechnology Information. Dacryocystitis. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NB...

ICR Institute. Dacryocystitis: Lacrimal Sac Inflammation. https://icrcat.com/en/eye-conditions/...

StatPearls Medical Publishing. Dacryocystitis Review. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NB...

DISCLAIMER:
This video is for education and entertainment only and is not medical advice. It should NOT be used to guide diagnosis, treatment, or clinical practice. Always seek medical advice from a qualified doctor or healthcare provider who can address your specific situation.
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