Question 1

reasons for watering eyes?

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Many possibilities: Watering eyes could be a normal response to wind/bright light/cold temperatures.  If excessive, then an eye exam could determine if you have evaporative dry eye, inadequate tear drainage, lid malpositions, etc.

Question 2

do some people get chronic watering eyes?

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Usually dry eye: Dry eye may cause chronic irriation and tearing.  See your eye doctor for proper diagnosis and treatment. Good luck.

Question 3

what may be  causing sudden watering eyes?

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Sudden eye watering: This occur due to any issue which irritates the eyes and stimulates the reflex tearing.  Try using some artificial tears to lubricate the eyes and break the cycle.  If persistent, see an eye doctor.

Question 4

what is the definition or description of: watering eyes?

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Watering eyes: Watering eyes = epiphora -tearing consistently or  excessively. See:  http://www.mayoclinic.org/symptoms/watery-eyes/basics/definition/SYM-20050821.

Question 5

how to clear watering eyes which blur vision but are painless?

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If the: excessive watering is due to allergies an oral antihistamine may be helpful!
Most people your (our) age complain of DRY eyes (if this makes you feel any better .......

Hope this is helpful
Dr Z

Question 6

can someone help me about my burning and watering eyes?

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Ophthalmologist: Allergic reactions typically cause redness and itching; burning could be a sign of something else, and if it is not related to any specific exposures, could represent a problem with the eyes themselves. Some people report itching as a burning sensation; if the burning comes with certain exposures, such as visiting people who have pets, an allergy evaluation will be your best bet.

Question 7

why do people suffer watering eyes when they have a cold?

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Conjunctivitis : There is often inflammation or infection of the mucous membrane lining of the eye when one has a cold. This is called conjunctivitis and essentially amounts to irritation leading to reflex tearing.

Question 8

well i have some burning and watering eyes , but not sure what might have gotten into them?

Accepted Answer

Perhaps nothing: Something could have gotten into your eyes but these symptoms could also describe a number of different problems ranging from infections to dryness. See your eye doctor to choose a course of action better suited to you.

Question 9

what is the best allergy pill for watering eyes?

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Something to try: If you are certain that the watering is coming from allergies, try over the counter antihistamines (claritin, allegra, zyrtec).  Can even try chilled artificial tears or cool compress.  Next in line would be over the counter zaditor (ketotifen).  Good luck!

Question 10

how can i get allergy relief for my watering eyes?

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Depends: First, you need to make sure the watery eyes are indeed caused by an allergy. Dry eye syndrome can cause that as well, and treatment would be different. For watery eyes due to allergies you can use an antihistamine eye drop, like pataday, and/or an oral antihistamine like zyrtec (cetirizine). Please check with your doctor first, to establish the cause.

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