When this drainage pathway is obstructed, tears have nowhere to go. They back up onto the eye, spilling over the eyelid and causing excessive watering (epiphora). Because the fluid isn't draining, it creates a stagnant environment where bacteria can thrive, leading to infections like dacryocystitis.
: Also known as "Crigler massage," this involves placing your index finger at the inner corner of the eye near the side of the nose. Press firmly and move the finger in short, downward strokes about 3 to 5 times. Experts at Nationwide Children's Hospital suggest doing this three times daily (morning, noon, and night). blocked tear duct remedy