2. the chronic inflammation of the lacrimal gland
Acute dacryoadenitis mainly affects children who suffer from one of the following primary diseases: 1. in the case of acute inflammation, the outer upper eyelid swells, is painful under pressure and reddens. The shape of the eyelid is wavy, which resembles a lying paragraph mark. Lachrymal flow is more likely to occur, while in contrast, in chronic inflammation or tumors of the lacrimal gland, tear production stops and leads to the so-called “dry eye”.
- Scarlet fever
- Mumps
- Flu
- Measles
- Bacterial Infections
If the cause of the inflammation of the lacrimal gland is unclear, in addition to the clinical examination, an X-ray examination of the orbit and also of the adjacent paranasal sinuses can be performed. Depending on the cause, the form of treatment is adapted. For example, antibiotics are necessary in the case of bacterial inflammation, while in the case of chronic forms, the therapy is based on the underlying disease.
In the case of dry eyes, “artificial tears” are indicated to ensure that the eye is sufficiently moistened. Depending on the degree of severity, moist compresses or painkillers may be necessary. There are numerous homeopathic remedies that are used for eye complaints.
In most cases, the remedy depends on the existing symptoms. Above all, there are a number of homeopathic remedies that are supposed to help with strongly watery and inflamed eyes. An example of such a homeopathic complex remedy is the Oculoheel.
According to the manufacturer, it helps against irritated, watery eyes, inflammation of the eyelids, lacrimal glands and conjunctivitis. It is available both in tablet and drop form. It contains homeopathic substances such as Apis mellifica, Natrium chloratum, Rhus toxicodendron, Hepar sulfuris, Spigelia, Staphisagria and Aethiops mineralis.
This is the composition of the tablets. The drops contain among others Euphrasia officinalis, Cochlearia officinalis, Jaborandi and Echinacea angustifolia. Recommendations for the substances Allium cepa, Calcium Carbonicum, Graphites and Heparis sulfuris calcareum are also frequently found.
There are some household remedies that can relieve the symptoms of inflamed eyes. The swelling of the eyes can be treated with cooling pads. Cucumbers and cool washcloths can be used for this.
A wrung out tea bag (black tea) can also reduce the swelling when placed on the eye. It should also be cooled down already. Cloths soaked with cool chamomile tea or black tea also serve as a good soothing pad for the eye.
You can also leave them on your eyes overnight. However, if the inflammation has already lasted longer than two days, it is recommended to consult a doctor and not to try self-medication. Also nothing should be applied directly to the eyeball, not even tea.
All pads should be placed on the closed eyes. However, if they are uncomfortable and cause additional discomfort such as itching or burning, they must be removed immediately. However, this is very unlikely.
The duration of healing an acute lacrimal gland inflammation depends mainly on the trigger of the infection and whether treatment is initiated. Usually, an acute inflammation of the lacrimal gland heals after about 7-11 days. If the inflammation is caused by a bacterial infection, the doctor prescribes antibiotics, which improve the symptoms relatively quickly.
At present, a viral infection cannot be treated causally, but various medications and decongestant measures (e.g. moisturizing eye drops, warm compresses on the eye) can quickly eliminate the acute symptoms. In many cases the acute dacryoadenitis heals spontaneously without treatment. The duration of the disease also depends largely on hygiene. A smear infection (especially if the eyes are touched with unwashed hands) can easily lead to a carry-over of germs into the other eye and the healing time is considerably prolonged.
