The most common cause for acute bacterial dacryoadenitis is gram-positive organisms. Therefore, initiating coverage for these organisms is important prior to obtaining culture results. Antibiotics - Used for suspected bacterial infections. Interactions None reported Pregnancy B - Usually safe but benefits must outweigh the risks. Interactions Probenecid may decrease renal tubular secretion of cefazolin when used concurrently, resulting in increased and more prolonged cefazolin blood level Pregnancy B - Usually safe but benefits must outweigh the risks.
Prognosis is good.
It is a self-limiting condition in most instances. See Imaging Studies for more details. Combined clinical and computed tomographic diagnosis of primary lacrimal fossa lesions. Medicine is a constantly changing science and not all therapies are clearly established. New research changes drug and treatment therapies daily.