Letter W
Watery eyes
Also known as: Epiphora, Tearing
Watery eyes symptom guide: what it can mean, possible causes, and when to seek care. Educational only.
Overview
Watery eyes can come from allergy, a cold, a blocked duct, or a foreign body. They are often brief. Pain, rash, or vision change deserves assessment.
Possible causes
- Allergy
- Cold / sinus
- Tear duct
- Foreign body
- Dryness (reflex tearing)
When to see a doctor
See a clinic if tearing continues, or you have pain, pus, or vision changes.