Something that can be confusing to explain is why watery eyes may be dry eyes.
If your eyes are watery, it could be from the fact that the surface of the eye is dry therefore it cannot hold onto the tears. The tears either evaporate or run off the eyes. So watery eyes can be a result of dry eyes!
Some of the symptoms of Dry Eyes include:
watery eyes
burning
sore eyes
sharp pain running through the eye
redness
gritty feeling or like something is in the eye
discharge is possible
Dry Eye Disease (DED) is treated and managed properly in most cases will lessen the symptoms. If Dry Eye Disease is left untreated and it advances, sometimes it takes several medications, used multiple times a day, to control the symptoms and maintain vision. Dry eyes affect women more than men. Some health conditions and/or medications can cause dry eyes. |
We're here to help. Book in with a our optometrist for a full assessment and receive a customised treatment plan for your level of dryness.