H04.561-563 Stenosis of Lacrimal Punctum
A condition characterized by the constriction or narrowing of the lacrimal punctum.
A condition characterized by the constriction or narrowing of the lacrimal punctum.
The nasolacrimal duct is a channel that allows tears to drain from the external eye to the nasal cavity. A nasolacrimal duct obstruction is an acquired or congenital obstruction of the drainage system resulting in epiphora or excessive tearing.
Canaliculitis is an inflammation of the lacrimal canaliculus secondary to infection or obstruction.
Epiphora refers to watering due to obstruction in the lacrimal outflow pathway.
A disease of the surface of the eye that arises due to either decreased tear film production or increased tear film evaporation and results in symptoms of ocular irritation.