Question
Why does a newborn have tears and mucus in their right eye since birth?
Answer
This is a symptom of newborn dacryocystitis, caused by a blocked nasolacrimal duct leading to tear retention and infection. It is recommended to perform moderate massage of the lacrimal sac area daily and to use antibiotic eye drops. If massage is ineffective, consider consulting an ophthalmologist for lacrimal duct irrigation or probing. Parents should not be overly concerned as these methods are usually effective in curing this condition.