Massage

• Some physicians recommend routine massage of the lacrimal sac (where tears collect) twice a day, others do not. If massage is approved, do the following:
• The lacrimal sac is in the inner lower corner of the eye. This sac can be massaged to empty it of old fluids and to check for early infection.
• A cotton swab works much better than a finger.
• Start at the inner corner of the eye and press upward. Be very gentle.
• Clear fluid should come out of the corner of the eye.