Tears drain from the eye through tiny openings (puncta) at the inner corners of the eyelids into the canaliculi, then into the lacrimal sac, and finally down the nasolacrimal duct into the nose. A blockage can occur at any point, but most commonly at the duct’s distal end (valve of Hasner in infants; secondary to inflammation or age-related stenosis in adults).
Before trying these remedies, make sure to wash your hands thoroughly and avoid touching your eyes. Here are some simple and effective ways to unblock tear ducts at home: how to unblock tear ducts at home
The tear ducts, also known as nasolacrimal ducts, are responsible for draining tears from the eyes into the nasal cavity. When these ducts become blocked, it can cause: Tears drain from the eye through tiny openings