Epiphora is one of the more common complaints in an ophthalmology practice. Defined as abnormal excessive tearing, epiphora can have a social impact, cause blur and be associated with infections ...

Epiphora is often caused by tear film and ocular surface problems rather than by anatomical obstruction of lacrimal drainage. A thorough history can lead to information regarding medications that ...

In epiphora secondary to frequent wiping, the cornea becomes dry each time the tissue touches the tear film due to capillary action. The tear gland must replace the tear film.

Watery eyes can occur due to an overproduction of tears or blocked tear ducts. Learn the potential causes and treatment options here.

Epiphora was mild in seven patients, moderate in five, and severe in six. Nine patients had resolution of epiphora with tobramycin and dexamethasone administration. Nine patients had worsened ...

Welham RAN . Lacrimal surgery. In: Collin JRO, editor. A manual of systematic eyelid surgery. 2nd ed. Edinburgh: Churchill Livingstone, 1989:109–20.

Epiphora is often caused by tear film and ocular surface problems rather than by anatomical obstruction of lacrimal drainage. A thorough history can lead to information regarding medications that ...