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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Dacryocystitis | |||
| image = [[File:Dacryocystitis2017.png|left|thumb|Dacryocystitis]] | |||
| caption = Acute dacryocystitis in a patient | |||
| field = [[Ophthalmology]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Pain]], [[redness]], [[swelling]] near the [[tear sac]] | |||
| complications = [[Abscess]], [[cellulitis]], [[orbital cellulitis]] | |||
| onset = Sudden or gradual | |||
| duration = Varies | |||
| causes = [[Nasolacrimal duct obstruction]], [[infection]] | |||
| risks = [[Chronic sinusitis]], [[nasal polyps]], [[facial trauma]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Clinical examination]], [[imaging]] | |||
| differential = [[Preseptal cellulitis]], [[orbital cellulitis]], [[conjunctivitis]] | |||
| treatment = [[Antibiotics]], [[surgery]] | |||
| medication = [[Oral antibiotics]], [[topical antibiotics]] | |||
| frequency = Common in [[infants]] and [[adults]] over 40 | |||
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[[File:Left_side_Dacryocystitis_woman_80_years.jpg|Left side dacryocystitis in an 80-year-old woman|thumb|left]] | |||
'''Dacryocystitis''' is an [[infection]] of the [[lacrimal sac]], secondary to obstruction of the [[nasolacrimal duct]]. It can be acute or chronic. The term derives from the Greek words ''dakryon'' (tear), ''kystis'' (sac), and ''-itis'' (inflammation). | '''Dacryocystitis''' is an [[infection]] of the [[lacrimal sac]], secondary to obstruction of the [[nasolacrimal duct]]. It can be acute or chronic. The term derives from the Greek words ''dakryon'' (tear), ''kystis'' (sac), and ''-itis'' (inflammation). | ||
== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
The most common cause of dacryocystitis is obstruction of the nasolacrimal duct. This can occur due to a variety of reasons, including [[congenital]] abnormalities, [[trauma]], [[infection]], [[neoplasm]], and [[aging]]. | The most common cause of dacryocystitis is obstruction of the nasolacrimal duct. This can occur due to a variety of reasons, including [[congenital]] abnormalities, [[trauma]], [[infection]], [[neoplasm]], and [[aging]]. | ||
== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
Symptoms of dacryocystitis can include [[pain]], [[redness]], [[swelling]], and [[discharge]] from the eye. In severe cases, it can also cause [[fever]] and general malaise. | Symptoms of dacryocystitis can include [[pain]], [[redness]], [[swelling]], and [[discharge]] from the eye. In severe cases, it can also cause [[fever]] and general malaise. | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
Diagnosis of dacryocystitis is typically made based on the clinical presentation. Additional tests, such as [[imaging studies]] or [[culture]] of the discharge, may be performed to confirm the diagnosis and identify the causative organism. | Diagnosis of dacryocystitis is typically made based on the clinical presentation. Additional tests, such as [[imaging studies]] or [[culture]] of the discharge, may be performed to confirm the diagnosis and identify the causative organism. | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
Treatment of dacryocystitis usually involves [[antibiotics]] to treat the infection. In some cases, surgical intervention may be necessary to relieve the obstruction of the nasolacrimal duct. | Treatment of dacryocystitis usually involves [[antibiotics]] to treat the infection. In some cases, surgical intervention may be necessary to relieve the obstruction of the nasolacrimal duct. | ||
== Prognosis == | == Prognosis == | ||
With appropriate treatment, the prognosis for dacryocystitis is generally good. However, if left untreated, it can lead to serious complications, such as [[cellulitis]], [[abscess]] formation, or [[orbital cellulitis]]. | With appropriate treatment, the prognosis for dacryocystitis is generally good. However, if left untreated, it can lead to serious complications, such as [[cellulitis]], [[abscess]] formation, or [[orbital cellulitis]]. | ||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
* [[Lacrimal apparatus]] | * [[Lacrimal apparatus]] | ||
* [[Nasolacrimal duct obstruction]] | * [[Nasolacrimal duct obstruction]] | ||
* [[Epiphora (medicine)|Epiphora]] | * [[Epiphora (medicine)|Epiphora]] | ||
[[Category:Eye diseases]] | [[Category:Eye diseases]] | ||
[[Category:Infectious diseases]] | [[Category:Infectious diseases]] | ||
[[Category:Ophthalmology]] | [[Category:Ophthalmology]] | ||
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| Dacryocystitis | |
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| Synonyms | N/A |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Pain, redness, swelling near the tear sac |
| Complications | Abscess, cellulitis, orbital cellulitis |
| Onset | Sudden or gradual |
| Duration | Varies |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Nasolacrimal duct obstruction, infection |
| Risks | Chronic sinusitis, nasal polyps, facial trauma |
| Diagnosis | Clinical examination, imaging |
| Differential diagnosis | Preseptal cellulitis, orbital cellulitis, conjunctivitis |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Antibiotics, surgery |
| Medication | Oral antibiotics, topical antibiotics |
| Prognosis | N/A |
| Frequency | Common in infants and adults over 40 |
| Deaths | N/A |
Dacryocystitis is an infection of the lacrimal sac, secondary to obstruction of the nasolacrimal duct. It can be acute or chronic. The term derives from the Greek words dakryon (tear), kystis (sac), and -itis (inflammation).
Causes[edit]
The most common cause of dacryocystitis is obstruction of the nasolacrimal duct. This can occur due to a variety of reasons, including congenital abnormalities, trauma, infection, neoplasm, and aging.
Symptoms[edit]
Symptoms of dacryocystitis can include pain, redness, swelling, and discharge from the eye. In severe cases, it can also cause fever and general malaise.
Diagnosis[edit]
Diagnosis of dacryocystitis is typically made based on the clinical presentation. Additional tests, such as imaging studies or culture of the discharge, may be performed to confirm the diagnosis and identify the causative organism.
Treatment[edit]
Treatment of dacryocystitis usually involves antibiotics to treat the infection. In some cases, surgical intervention may be necessary to relieve the obstruction of the nasolacrimal duct.
Prognosis[edit]
With appropriate treatment, the prognosis for dacryocystitis is generally good. However, if left untreated, it can lead to serious complications, such as cellulitis, abscess formation, or orbital cellulitis.
