How Can Constant Tearing Of The Eyes Be Diagnosed And Treated?
Question: My eyes are tearing constantly. or watery eyes
Brief Answer:
about watery eyes
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Constant tearing or watery eyes can be a result of an allergy, a viral or bacterial infection. Lacrimal gland abnormalities or obstruction in its drainage tract can also cause such a presentation. The eyes need to be examined, preferably by an ophthalmologist.
Treatment would depend upon the cause. If a bacterial infection is suspected then topical antibiotic drops can be advised. If there is associated conjunctivitis with a possible allergic component then topical antihistamines and steroids in tapering dose can be advised.
Wishing you best of health.
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Let me know if you have any further query.
Dr. Muhammad Sareer Khalil
about watery eyes
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Constant tearing or watery eyes can be a result of an allergy, a viral or bacterial infection. Lacrimal gland abnormalities or obstruction in its drainage tract can also cause such a presentation. The eyes need to be examined, preferably by an ophthalmologist.
Treatment would depend upon the cause. If a bacterial infection is suspected then topical antibiotic drops can be advised. If there is associated conjunctivitis with a possible allergic component then topical antihistamines and steroids in tapering dose can be advised.
Wishing you best of health.
Thanks.
Let me know if you have any further query.
Dr. Muhammad Sareer Khalil
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Arnab Banerjee