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Lacrimal Washout

Lacrimal Washout

Watery eyes caused by blocked tear ducts can usually be successfully treated by a lacrimal washout; a quick procedure that irrigates the tear duct, removing the blockage.

Common questions

What is a lacrimal washout?

This is a quick procedure that irrigates the tear duct, removing the blockage.
Why would I have a lacrimal washout?

Watery eyes caused by blocked tear ducts can be successfully treated by a lacrimal washout.
What happens during a lacrimal washout?

This is a quick procedure that irrigates the tear duct, removing the blockage.
What should I expect after a lacrimal washout?

TBC

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JosephDevereux

Consultant Ophthalmic and Oculoplastic Surgeon

ThomasKwok

Consultant Ophthalmologist

Damian Lake

Consulant Ophthalmologist

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Consultant Ophthalmologist

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Consultant Ophthalmologist

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