If a child wakes up in the morning with eye droppings but no other symptoms, it is generally not a big problem. However, if the child not only has a lot of eye droppings but also tears, parents should pay more attention because this may be a symptom of a disease. So, what is the reason for the child's eye droppings and tears?
1. Excessive internal heat: If children experience excessive internal heat, they are prone to eye discharge and may also experience tearing symptoms. At this time, it is advisable to give the child more water and eat fresh fruits and vegetables. It is best to use a humidifier in the room. If there is no humidifier, you can also add a few pots of water to increase the humidity in the room, which can effectively alleviate symptoms. If the symptoms do not improve, it is recommended to take the child to the hospital for examination in a timely manner.
2. Neonatal dacryocystitis: If a newborn develops dacryocystitis, which is a blockage of the nasolacrimal duct, they may also experience symptoms of excessive eye discharge and tear flow. About 95% of neonatal dacryocystitis will disappear within six months, so children who experience tears within six months generally do not need to see a doctor. However, blockage of the nasolacrimal duct may lead to acute dacryocystitis, which can cause a large amount of purulent discharge. If this occurs, early medical attention is needed.
3. Not paying attention to hygiene: Having eye droppings and tears in the eyes may also be related to not paying attention to hygiene. If a child frequently rubs their eyes with their hands, bacteria on their hands may be carried to the eyes. Once dirt enters the eyes, it can cause the eye glands to secrete tears to expel foreign objects. If the foreign particles are large, they will be expelled from the eye droppings inside the package.
