Question
Newborns often have eye boogers, but recently, my baby has started to cry with tears, and the crying has intensified. The corners of their eyes are slightly red. They are now four months and seven days old. I’m wondering how I should handle this situation.
Answer
Possible causes include conjunctivitis or blocked tear ducts. The former can be treated with antibiotic eye drops, applied four times a day. The latter is more complex and requires a doctor’s examination and flushing to determine if the duct is clear. If the baby is no longer crying, it may be due to conjunctivitis.