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Blocked Tear Duct

Orlando, FL

My son is 6 1/2 months old and has had a blocked tear duct since birth. I have read that there is a 90% chance it will clear up on its own. When he was 2 months old the Dr gave him eye drops because he thought he may have an infection, he did not. I rub the eye daily and keep it clean. Thankfully he has not had any infections so I am not worried about his sight. It doesn't seem to bother him, and some days are better than others. As soon as we think it is better he becomes conjested and the eye becomes very water again. I was wondering if anyone else had a child with a blocked tear duct that lasted months. I know they can do surgery when they are a year old, but I really don't want that.

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Lasik Surgery

Dallas, TX

I am starting my initial research on Lasik Surgery. I would really like to get it since I am unable to wear contacts any more because of chronic dry eyes and Pingueculas on my eyes. I am just tired of wearing glasses all the time and feeling unattractive. Anyway, I live in south Denton so I would really love to find a good reputable Lasik center in Denton or Lewisville but I would be willing to travel a little further for the right doctor. Can anyone recommend a good Doctor and maybe tell me a little about your experiences? Thank you.

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Seeking Info on Cheap Contacts/eyeglasses

Dallas, TX

Hi Ladies, My husband had worn the same pair of glasses since I had met him 7yrs ago. Well last summer they finally broke, so he went to Walmarts eye center and paid I think $129 for the contacts exam. Well that will expire next month, so I was wondering if anyone knows of the best,cheapest way to get contacts and eyeglasses. I have never needed eyeglasses so I have no experience what so ever, and I see specials all over but don't really know what is a good special. He really needs a pair of eyeglasses in addition to contacts. If anyone knows of a "really" cheap place to get the eye exam, a pair of glasses and contacts...Please let me know. Any info will be greatly appreciated!!!

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Tearing Eye

Chicago, IL

My 1 year old son's left eye has been tearing up the last few days and when he wakes from sleep he has little crusties in the corner as well. At first I thought it was the result of some dust or whatnot stuck in his eye, but I have checked the eye and have found nothing. Also, the eye is not red and the entire eye area is not inflamed and he does not seem to bother with it. Curious if anyone one else has experienced something similar with their children.

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