Dacryocystitis
Dacryocystitis (pronounced: dak-ryo-sis-ti-tis) is a medical condition that involves the inflammation of the lacrimal sac, often due to an infection.
Etymology
The term "Dacryocystitis" is derived from the Greek words "dakryo" meaning tear, "cyst" meaning sac, and "itis" meaning inflammation.
Definition
Dacryocystitis is a condition that is characterized by the inflammation of the lacrimal sac, which is located in the inner corner of the eye. This condition is often caused by a blockage in the nasolacrimal duct, which is responsible for draining tears from the eyes to the nose.
Symptoms
The common symptoms of Dacryocystitis include redness and swelling in the inner corner of the eye, pain, excessive tearing, and sometimes discharge from the eye. In severe cases, it can also cause fever and general malaise.
Causes
Dacryocystitis is most commonly caused by a bacterial infection, often due to the blockage of the nasolacrimal duct. The most common bacteria involved are Staphylococcus aureus and Streptococcus pneumoniae. Other causes can include trauma to the eye, tumors, or congenital blockage in infants.
Treatment
The treatment for Dacryocystitis usually involves antibiotics to treat the infection. In some cases, surgical intervention may be necessary to remove the blockage in the nasolacrimal duct. This procedure is known as dacryocystorhinostomy.
Related Terms
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Dacryocystitis
- Wikipedia's article - Dacryocystitis
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