Suggest Treatment For Lacrimal Caruncle Infection

Posted on Thu, 10 Dec 2015

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Question : My right eye caruncle looks like an open crater. This has been cronic for at least a year. It more annoying than painful as it collects eye crud.

Answered by Dr. Dr.Albana Sejdini Greca (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
A photograph of the affected area and following data are required...

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

I understand your concerns.

A photograph of your right eye is required for further evaluation and best treatment options.

I need to know if:
- you have consulted with an ophtalmologist so far?
- you have been using any medication recently (locally or orally)?
- have you run any diagnostic test?

Chronic infection or inflammation is suspected. However, I need to know what tests you have done so far and meds you've been using to help you further.

Thank you!
Dr.Albana

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Dr.Albana Sejdini Greca (1 hour later)

I have not seen an opthamologist
As I said, no medications
No tests

Answered by Dr. Dr.Albana Sejdini Greca (8 hours later)

Brief Answer:
see below

Detailed Answer:
Hi back,

Thank you for providing additional information.

As per your description, it seems that the lacrimal caruncle has gone infected. It could be great if you could have sent a photo to me however,

I advise as following :
- immediate evaluation by ophthalmologist is required as you need to start prescription antibiotics. Until you see ophthalmologist, I advise to :
- keep the area well clean
- apply warm compresses with water or chamomile tea
- take OTC anti inflammatory medications

Hope it was of help!
Dr.Albana

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar