TY - CHAP M1 - Book, Section TI - Chapter 8. Absent Tearing in Infants A1 - Lueder, Gregg T. Y1 - 2011 N1 - T2 - Pediatric Practice: Ophthalmology AB - Table Graphic Jump Location|Download (.pdf)|PrintThe Problem“My baby doesn’t cry.”Common CauseAbsent reflex tearsOther CausesDry eyes (alacrima)• Isolated• Associated with other systemic diseasesKEY FINDINGSHistoryAbsent reflex tearsBaby doesn’t make tears when cryingOtherwise completely normalDry eyesDecreased tearsGlassy appearance to eyesIncreased light sensitivityParadoxically, some patients with dry eyes have symptoms of excess tearing (see text)ExaminationAbsent reflex tearingEyes otherwise appear normalCornea and conjunctiva crisp and clearNormal tear lakesDry eyePhotophobiaConjunctival rednessPossible visible corneal scarsOther systemic abnormalitiesSometimes excess tearing SN - PB - The McGraw-Hill Companies CY - New York, NY Y2 - 2024/03/29 UR - accesspediatrics.mhmedical.com/content.aspx?aid=56152878 ER -