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My nephew was in car accident, had bleeding in the brain, they could never get it to go down. they said he was brain dead. my son said he saw a tear c?

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Dr. Edgar Mendizabal answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Sorry to hear it: but tear might be an autonomic reflex rather than a sign that he is better

Answered 8/4/2014

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Dr. Robert Killian answered

Specializes in General Practice

Watering Eyes: I am also sorry to hear of your family's tragedy. But, watery eyes do not in any way represent conscious thought or that your nephew is not brain dead. Watering eyes could be a natural physiological response to the situation or medications or fluids he is receiving.

Answered 8/4/2014

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