punctum
બિંદુ
definition
noun
Barthes writes, ‘However lightning-like it may be, the punctum has, more or less potentially, a power of expansion.’
a small, distinct point.
example
They drain out of the eyes through two ducts called 'punctum' or lacrimal ducts, one on each of the upper and lower lids.
For Barthes, the catastrophe is unavoidable because time obliterates the 'punctum' , or small space, registered in the photograph.
Goins explained that each eyelid has one 'punctum' , a tiny opening that drains tears away from the eye.
In view of the history of recurring meningitis, search of the child's skin then showed a small 'punctum' in the back of the neck.
Barthes writes, ‘However lightning-like it may be, the 'punctum' has, more or less potentially, a power of expansion.’
This serves to elevate the lower lid and reposition the lacrimal 'punctum' with significant improvement in tear drainage and distribution.
In severe cases, occlusion of the lacrimal drainage 'puncta' or tarsorrhaphy will be necessary.
This incision is made on the medial aspect of the 'puncta' and anterior to the lacrimal duct probes.
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