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Delayed Diagnosis and Misdiagnosis of Lacrimal Sac Tumors in Patients Presenting with Epiphora: Diagnosis, Treatment, and Outcomes.
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Department of Ophthalmology, Taipei Veterans General Hospital, Taipei 112201, Taiwan.
Background/objectives: Epiphora, or excessive tearing, is a common symptom often attributed to benign conditions such as dry eye or nasolacrimal duct obstruction. However, it can also be an early indicator of lacrimal sac tumors, which are frequently misdiagnosed or diagnosed late due to their subtle presentation. This study aims to identify the clinical features that contribute to delays and misdiagnoses of lacrimal sac tumors in patients presenting with epiphora, with the goal of improving early detection and treatment outcomes.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFAn unusual cause of hemolacria: retained contact lens in upper fornix.
Rom J Ophthalmol
October 2024
Department of Oculoplasty and Ocular Oncology, Dr. Shroff's Charity Eye Hospital, New Delhi, India.
A 64-year-old male was referred for complaints of blood in tears and bloody discharge of unknown cause in the left eye. The patient was a chronic bandage contact lens (BCL) user. He had no history of recent trauma.
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- The text discusses the phenomenon of stigmata, specifically focusing on the case of Blessed Elena Aiello, who experienced severe hematidrosis, or blood sweating, from 1923 until her death.
- Stigmata are marks associated with Jesus Christ’s crucifixion, believed by some to be divinely impressed on individuals, and Aiello's symptoms reportedly occurred during Lent, particularly on Good Friday.
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Bloody tears: Ocular pyogenic granuloma inducing hemolacria during pregnancy.
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June 2024
Department of Emergency and Hospital Medicine, Lehigh Valley Health Network/University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine, Lehigh Valley Campus, Allentown, PA, United States of America.
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- Hemolacria, or bloody tears, can result from various eye issues, including trauma and hormonal changes, as illustrated by a 21-year-old pregnant woman experiencing repeated nocturnal bleeding from her left eye.
- The patient presented to the ED with a small abrasion and was diagnosed with a pyogenic granuloma, which was initially managed conservatively due to her pregnancy, yet it grew rapidly, leading to complications.
- After assessing risks, a surgical removal of the growth was necessary due to increasing ocular irritation and worsening visual acuity, showcasing the challenges in treating pregnant patients with eye problems.
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