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Updated: Jul 8 2017

Dacryocystitis

Introduction
  • DacrocysitisInfection of lacrimal gland caused by
    • Staph aureus
    • Strep pneumoniae
    • Hemophilus influenzae
    • S. pyogenes
Presentation
  • Symptoms/physical exam 
    • inflammation and tenderness of nasal aspect of lower lid
    • purulent discharge may be present
Treatment
  • Medical
    • antibiotics
  • Surgical
    • Dacryocystorhinostomy for chronic dacryocystitis 
Prognosis, Prevention, and Complications
  • Can spread to cavernous sinus resulting in thrombosis and meningitis
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