Causes of uncontrollable tears
Sometimes you may find your eyes watering or watering uncontrollably. Here are some possible causes for this condition.
Foreign body in eye:When a foreign object — like dust or an eyelash — gets stuck in your eye, your body produces more tears to flush it out. But things you can't see with your naked eye — like particles in smoke or chemicals in onions — can also trigger this response.
Dry eyes:This problem can occur when the body does not produce enough tears, when the eyes dry out too quickly, or when there is an imbalance of water, oil, and mucus. There are many causes for this condition. The body responds by producing more tears.
Pink eye:This is a common cause of watery eyes in both children and adults. It makes one or both eyes red, itchy, and feel like there is sand in them. Bacteria or viruses are common causes.
Allergy:Watery, itchy eyes often accompany coughs, runny noses, and other allergy symptoms. You may also have eye allergies. Colds also cause your eyes to water, but they don't cause them to itch. Here's how to tell the difference between a cold and allergies.
Lacrimal duct obstruction:Normally, tears flow from the lacrimal glands above the eye, spilling over the surface of the eyeball and draining into glands in the corners of the eyes. But if these glands become blocked, tears can pool and make your eyes feel wet. There are many causes of this condition, including infection, injury, and even aging.
Eye Scratches:Dust, sand, and contact lenses can scratch your cornea, causing your eyes to become red, sore, watery, and sensitive to light. While these scratches usually heal on their own within a couple of days, you should see a doctor to make sure they don’t become infected.
Stye:A stye can cause a watery eye and a small, painful lump at the edge of the eyelid. Styes are caused by bacteria, and they usually go away on their own within a few days. It’s best not to try to pop a stye like you would a pimple, as this can spread the bacteria.
Problems with eyelashes:Eyelashes may grow inward instead of outward, rubbing against the eye. This is called trichiasis, and it often occurs after infection, injury, or other problems.
Blepharitis:This condition causes swollen eyelids, stinging and watering of the eyes, redness, and itching. It can be caused by infection, rosacea, or allergies. This condition usually goes away on its own, but you can treat it to help it go away faster./.
