symptoms of eye disorders
eye disorders
Watery Eyes
Watery eyes can be caused by increased tear production or blockage of tear drainage (see table). Common causesof watery eyes are Upper respiratory infections Allergies that affect the nose ( Allergic Rhinitis ), eyes ( Other causesinclude Dry Eyes (the dry surface of the eye becomes irritated, the tear glands produce "reflex" tears, and thus, surprisingly, dry eyes can cause watery eyes) Inwardly turned eyelid ( Entropion and Ectropion ) or eyelashes that rub against the eyeball ( An outwardly turned eyelid ( Entropion and Ectropion ) that moves the punctum away from its normal position next to the eyeball so that it cannot drain away tears Age-related narrowing of the tear ducts, called Acquired dacryostenosis None Chronic infections in the tear sac, called Dacryocystitis None Any disorder that irritates the cornea (the clear layer in front of the iris and pupil) can increase tear production. However, most people with Introduction to Corneal Disorders that cause watery eyes (such as a corneal scratch or sore, a foreign object in the eye, or inflammation of the cornea) have significant pain, redness, and/or sensitivity to light, which are the usual reasons they seek medical care. 