When do newborns' tear glands open?

When a newborn baby is born, some of its organs are not fully developed and its resistance to the outside world is relatively low. Therefore, parents need to pay special attention to the care of their baby. The lacrimal gland is an organ in the human eye. When a newborn is born, the lacrimal gland is not fully developed and is in a blocked state. Many parents have great questions about when the lacrimal glands of newborns will be unblocked. Here we will introduce when the lacrimal glands of newborns will be unblocked.

When do newborns' tear glands open?

Because children's development is not yet complete, the nasolacrimal duct opening has not yet fully opened, resulting in the inability to drain normal tears. Before 6 months, massage can be used to promote the opening of the nasolacrimal duct. If there is no effect after 6 months, pressure irrigation of the lacrimal duct or probing of the lacrimal duct under general anesthesia can be performed.

What to do if the tear glands of newborns are blocked

1. Observe the baby for a while first. It is possible that the newborn baby is not yet adapted to life in the outside world, so all organs of the body are more sensitive to the outside world, so you can observe the baby for a while first.

2. During the observation process, you can massage the baby's eyes to relax the skin around the baby's eyes. However, be careful to massage gently to avoid hurting the baby.

3. If you find that your baby's tear duct obstruction has not been relieved, it is recommended to seek medical attention in time. This is best for the baby. Explain the baby's tear duct obstruction to the doctor and listen to the doctor's advice.

4. Different methods to prevent baby’s tear glands. Newborns are relatively fragile in all aspects when they are just born, so as a mother, you must take good care of your child.

5. Let your baby cry for a while, which is good for the baby's eyes and tear glands. Usually you can let your baby look at some colorful things, which will help the baby to accept the colorful world outside.

Newborn babies often need some time to adapt because they are not used to this new world. If your baby shows symptoms of blocked tear ducts, you can observe for a period of time and give your baby an eye massage, which can also help open your baby's tear ducts. If your tear ducts are blocked for a long time, you should go to the hospital for examination in time and follow the doctor's advice.