Eye tears (epiphora)

The causes are diverse and often multifactorial. Foreign bodies in the eye or small injuries to the cornea, as well as inflammations and allergies, lead to increased tear production. On the one hand, foreign bodies are flushed out and on the other hand, the tear fluid contains enzymes that support healing. Persistently dry eyes also reflexively produce an excess of tear fluid. In the event of a draught, the tear film evaporates and the...