Watery Eyes – Causes, Symptoms, Treatment and Prevention

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Such disease of the eye in which water comes out or falls from the eye, that is what we call tearful eye or watery eyes, in other words, excessive tearing from the eye is called ‘tearful eye’. Many people always have tears falling from their eyes.

Watery Eyes

Tears fall from the eyes when reading someone and someone else gets tears when riding a bike, but a more serious disease is the one in which the water keeps falling automatically, which is sometimes hot or sometimes cold.

Causes of watery eyes (tearful eyes) – There are many reasons for this disease. The details of which are given below.

  1. एलर्जी जनित दमा – (Allergic asthma)
  2. एलर्जी जनित पित्ती उच्छ्लना, सासं फूलना , BP घटना – (Anaphylaxis)
  3. आधा सिर दर्द – (Migraine headache)
  4. वायु विविर शोथ – (Sinusitis)
  5. चक्षुपटल का अलसर – (Corneal ulcer)
  6. असित पटल प्रदाह – (Uveitis)
  7. उपतारा प्रदाह – (iritis)
  8. रंजीत पटल प्रदाह – (Choroiditis)
  9. श्वेत पटल के बाहरी परत का शोथ – (Episcleritis)

Symptoms of watery eyes (tearful eyes)

  • Hot waterfall from the eye
  • Coldwater drop the eye
  • waterfall from eyes during the day
  • waterfall from eyes at night
  • watery eyes in the evening
  • waterfall from eyes when reading
  • watery eyes while riding a motorcycle
  • watery eyes during headache

Prevention of watery eyes (tearful eyes)

  • The food which increases the amount of water falling from the eye should be banned.
  • Sunshine, smoke, dust etc., which are allergic, should be avoided.
  • If there is an inflammatory or inflammatory disease in the eye as described above, then the eye should be protected by wearing glasses in the eye.
  • To prevent injury to the eye.
  • To avoid getting mosquito or worm in the eye.

Watery eyes, medically known as epiphora, occur when there is excessive tear production or poor tear drainage. While tears are essential for lubricating the eyes and removing debris, excessive tearing can cause discomfort and interfere with vision.

👁️ Watery Eyes: Overview

🦠 Causes of Watery Eyes

  1. Irritation or Inflammation

    • Allergies (e.g., pollen, dust mites)

    • Dry eye syndrome (paradoxically causes more tearing)

    • Foreign bodies (dust, debris, eyelash)

    • Smoke or wind exposure

    • Bright lights or strong smells

  2. Infections

    • Conjunctivitis (pink eye)

    • Blepharitis (inflammation of the eyelid)

    • Corneal infections or ulcers

  3. Blocked Tear Ducts

    • Congenital (common in newborns)

    • Age-related narrowing

    • Infections or trauma to the tear duct

  4. Structural or Eyelid Problems

    • Ectropion (outward turning of eyelid)

    • Entropion (inward turning of eyelid)

    • Trichiasis (inward-growing eyelashes)

  5. Other Medical Conditions

    • Bell’s palsy or facial nerve issues

    • Autoimmune diseases like Sjogren’s syndrome

    • Eye strain or prolonged screen time

⚠️ Symptoms

  • Constant tearing

  • Blurred vision due to tear film

  • Eye redness or irritation

  • Crusting of eyelashes

  • Sensation of something in the eye

  • Swelling around eyes (in case of infection)

💊 Treatment Options

Treatment depends on the underlying cause:

1. For Irritation or Allergies

  • Antihistamine eye drops

  • Avoid allergens

  • Cool compresses

2. For Infections

  • Antibiotic or antiviral eye drops/ointments

  • Maintain eye hygiene

3. For Dry Eyes

  • Artificial tears

  • Punctal plugs (to reduce tear drainage)

  • Omega-3 fatty acids

4. For Blocked Tear Ducts

  • Gentle tear duct massage (especially in babies)

  • Warm compresses

  • Surgical intervention (e.g., Dacryocystorhinostomy)

5. For Eyelid Issues

  • Minor surgical correction (e.g., for ectropion/entropion)

  • Eyelash removal (if trichiasis is the cause)

🛡️ Prevention Tips

  • Avoid rubbing your eyes

  • Use protective eyewear in dusty or windy conditions

  • Take regular breaks from screen time

  • Wash your hands regularly to prevent eye infections

  • Remove makeup before sleeping

  • Replace eye makeup regularly

  • Use lubricating eye drops if prone to dry eyes

🩺 When to See a Doctor

Consult an eye specialist if:

  • Tearing persists for more than a few days

  • There is pain, vision loss, or light sensitivity

  • Swelling or redness worsens

  • Discharge is thick and yellow/green

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