Dacryocystorhinostomy in Karnataka

Is DCR surgery painful?

The procedure is done under general or local anesthesia so you won't feel pain during surgery, and post-operative discomfort is usually mild and manageable with regular painkillers.

Will there be a visible scar after DCR?

Endonasal DCR leaves no external scar since it's done through the nose, while external DCR leaves a small, usually well-hidden scar near the bridge of the nose that fades over time.

How soon will my watery eye improve after DCR?

Most patients notice a significant reduction in tearing within a few weeks as swelling subsides and the new drainage channel starts functioning, though full healing takes about a month.

Can the blocked tear duct come back after DCR?

Recurrence is uncommon with a success rate around 90%, but scarring at the new opening can occasionally cause it to narrow again, in which case a revision procedure or stent may be needed.

Are there non-surgical options for a blocked tear duct?

In infants, blockages often resolve on their own or with massage and probing, but in adults with true nasolacrimal duct obstruction, DCR is generally the definitive and most effective solution — an ophthalmologist can confirm what applies to your case.