Lacrimal Abscess Drainage Treatment in India

Michael Miller, a 58-year-old retired carpenter,...

Michael Miller, a 58-year-old retired carpenter, had been struggling with a persistent, painful lump near the inner corner of his right eye for five days. The area was red, swollen, and tender to the touch, and a yellow discharge had started. His vision in that eye became slightly blurry. Michael, who has type 2 diabetes, was worried the infection was getting out of control despite oral antibiotics from his GP. His ophthalmologist, Dr. Evans, examined him and explained that the lacrimal sac was abscessed, a blocked tear duct had become infected and formed a pocket of pus. She recommended immediate drainage to relieve the pressure, prevent the infection from spreading to his eye socket, and to obtain a sample for culture. In the procedure room, after a local anesthetic numbed the area, Michael felt significant pressure but no sharp pain as Dr. Evans made a small incision to drain the thick pus. He felt immediate relief from the throbbing pressure. He was prescribed stronger, targeted antibiotics. Over the next week, with warm compresses and medication, the swelling and redness subsided completely. Emotionally, Michael went from anxious and frustrated about a simple lump causing so much trouble, to profoundly relieved. The quick resolution restored his sense of control and he was grateful for the decisive action that prevented a more serious complication.