Eyes - #9385

Nidhi, I understand that experiencing constant tearing even when you’re not sleepy can be concerning. Occasional watery eyes are normal, but if it has suddenly increased, it could have an underlying cause. Possible Reasons: 1. Dry Eyes (Paradoxical Tearing) – If your eyes are dry due to screen time, pollution, or lack of sleep, they may produce excess tears as a reflex. 2. Blocked Tear Ducts – If tears don’t drain properly, they can overflow, causing continuous watering. 3. Eye Strain – Long hours of studying, phone or laptop use can irritate the eyes, making them watery. 4. Allergies or Irritants – Dust, smoke, strong perfumes, or seasonal allergies can cause excessive tearing. 5. Conjunctivitis (Mild Infection) – If you also have redness, itching, or discharge, an infection could be the cause. What You Can Do: 1. Follow the 20-20-20 Rule – If using screens, take a break every 20 minutes by looking at something 20 feet away for 20 seconds. 2. Use Lubricating Eye Drops – Artificial tears can reduce dryness and reflex tearing. 3. Avoid Rubbing Your Eyes – This can worsen irritation if it’s due to an allergy or infection. 4. Maintain Good Sleep Hygiene – Lack of sleep can increase eye strain and dryness. 5. Check for Any Redness, Pain, or Vision Issues – If present, an eye specialist should evaluate it. Referral: If your symptoms persist or worsen, I recommend consulting an ophthalmologist to check for dry eye syndrome, tear duct blockage, or any underlying condition.

Hello Better once get an consultation with opthalmologist so that the cause of excessive tears can be found and treated completely.

Tearing from the eyes (also called epiphora) when you're sleepy is usually normal, as your tear glands stay active to keep the eyes moist when they get tired. However, if you're now experiencing persistent tearing even when not sleepy, it could be due to a few causes like dry eyes (reflex tearing), blocked tear ducts, eye strain from screen use, allergies, or mild infections. Sometimes, when the eye surface becomes dry (from screen time or low blinking), your glands compensate by producing more watery tears — which seems like too much tearing, but it's actually a response to dryness. This is rarely serious, but if the tearing is constant, affects your vision, or is accompanied by redness, itching, or irritation, it’s best to visit an eye specialist (ophthalmologist). In the meantime, try using lubricating eye drops (artificial tears), follow the 20-20-20 rule for screen use (every 20 mins, look 20 feet away for 20 seconds), and make sure you’re sleeping well. Let me know if you want help choosing safe over-the-counter drops or how to check if it’s an allergy or dryness.