Eye Diseases

Epiphora

Epiphora is a medical term that describes excessive tearing, often to the point of overflowing onto the cheek. This phenomenon, while common, can be a source of discomfort and concern. It results from an imbalance between tear production and drainage, and can affect people of all ages.

You should know that Bellevue clinics have all the latest technologies available to diagnose and monitor epiphora cases.

Symptoms

  • Excessive and persistent overflow of tears from the eye

Risk Factors

  • Dry eyes
  • Eye inflammation
  • Dacryocystitis

Treatments

  • Dacryocystorhinostomy (DCR)
  • Dry eye syndrome treatments
  • Jones tube
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