Dr. Matzkin Discusses Treatment for Watery Eyes
Dr. Matzkin's Patient Talks About Her Treatment
Watery Eyes
Excessive tearing associated with itching is caused by environmental factors such as allergens, dust, heating and air units. It is worse in the spring and fall. Antihistamine or steroids eye drops are
Abnormalities in the tear quality, which some doctors have called “dry eye” can cause excessive tearing. Punctum plugs, previously placed to treat “dry eyes”, often cause excessive watering. Dr. Matzkin will typically remove these plugs and irrigate the lacrimal system to ensure that there is no blockage of drainage to the nose and back of the throat. True “dry eye” is a chronic condition that can be very frustrating to patients and often requires life-long treatment
Abnormalities of the lid position, especially with advancing age causes excessive tearing. If the lid turns in – entropion, or turns outwards - ectropion, the eye will typically water. Surgery to correct this abnormality has a high rate of success.
If there has been
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Dry Eyes
Excessive tearing associated with itching is caused by environmental factors such as allergens, dust, heating and air units. It is worse in the spring and fall. Antihistamine or steroids eye drops are very effective treatment. Once-a-day drops are the latest advance in treating tearing from allergic or seasonal conjunctivitis.
