Dacrycystalgia

/ˌdæk.ri.sɪˈstæl.dʒə/ noun

Definition

Pain in the tear sac (the small pouch that collects tears).

Etymology

From Greek 'dakryon' (tear) + 'kystis' (sac or bladder) + '-algia' (pain). This term specifically targets pain in the lacrimal sac, which is a small structure in the inner corner of the eye.

Kelly Says

The tear sac is so small most people don't know it exists, but when it gets painful from blocked ducts or infection, doctors have this exact word to describe the problem!

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