Definitions for dacryocystitis
dac·ry·ocys·ti·tis

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1. dacryocystitisnoun

   inflammation of the lacrimal sac causing obstruction of the tube draining tears into the nose

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1. dacryocystitisnoun

   An infection of the lacrimal sac

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1. Dacryocystitis

   Dacryocystitis is an infection of the lacrimal sac, secondary to obstruction of the nasolacrimal duct at the junction of lacrimal sac. The term derives from the Greek dákryon (tear), cysta (sac), and -itis (inflammation). It causes pain, redness, and swelling over the inner aspect of the lower eyelid and epiphora. When nasolacrimal duct obstruction is secondary to a congenital barrier it is referred to as dacryocystocele. It is most commonly caused by Staphylococcus aureus and Streptococcus pneumoniae. The most common complication is corneal ulceration, frequently in association with S. pneumoniae. The mainstays of treatment are oral antibiotics, warm compresses, and relief of nasolacrimal duct obstruction by dacryocystorhinostomy.

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1. dacryocystitis

   Dacryocystitis is a medical condition characterized by inflammation or infection of the lacrimal sac, the small sac in the inner corner of the eye that collects tears. The condition is caused by blockage of the nasolacrimal duct (the tear drainage system), leading to excessive tearing, redness, pain, and sometimes pus discharge from the eye. It can occur in both adults and children but is more common in infants and older people. Treatment typically involves antibiotics, warm compresses, and in some cases, surgical intervention to clear the blockage.

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1. Dacryocystitis

   Dacryocystitis is an inflammation of the nasolacrimal sac, frequently caused by nasolacrimal duct obstruction or infection. The term derives from the Greek dákryon, cysta, and -itis. It causes pain, redness, and swelling over the inner aspect of the lower eyelid and epiphora. When nasolacrimal duct obstruction is secondary to a congenital barrier it is referred to as dacrocystoceles. It is most commonly caused by Staphylococcus aureus and Streptococcus pneumoniae. The most common complication is corneal ulceration, frequently in association with S. pneumoniae. The mainstays of treatment are oral antibiotics, warm compresses, and relief of nasolacrimal duct obstruction by dacryocystorhinostomy.

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1. Dacryocystitis

   Inflammation of the lacrimal sac. (Dorland, 27th ed)

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   The numerical value of dacryocystitis in Chaldean Numerology is: 2

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   The numerical value of dacryocystitis in Pythagorean Numerology is: 1

References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
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