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I yawn a lot. does this mean that my eyes are dry?

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No: Yawning is not related to dry eyes.

Dr Ali and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 1/20/2020

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Not really: Although dry eyes can cause reflex tearing and a feeling of heaviness or tiredness of the eyes, the need to yawn does not seem to be a sign of dry eyes.

Dr Luviano agreed

Answered 11/2/2011

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