Question
Is it normal for a 40-day-old baby not to have tears? Parents are urgently seeking answers! Is Tobradex eye drops suitable? Do they need to go to the hospital for treatment? How long will it take for the treatment to take effect?
Answer
Everyone should have tears under normal circumstances, as tears play a crucial role in maintaining corneal moisture and cleaning the conjunctival sac. Without tears, the cornea may be damaged due to dryness, even leading to the shedding of the epithelial layer. The “no tears” described by the parents may refer to a baby not producing obvious tears when crying, but not having tears at all. In clinical practice, true anhydrosis may be related to lacrimal dysfunction, but this condition is extremely rare. Tobradex eye drops can be used, but it is recommended to avoid using them unless there is a clear problem, as any medication has potential side effects. I hope these suggestions can help parents. If you are satisfied with the answer,