What should I do about tearing eyes when exposed to wind?
Disease description:
My eyes have been uncomfortable lately, and the pain is particularly severe. Sometimes when I go outside and am exposed to the wind, my eyes start tearing up. I would like to know, what should I do about this condition of tearing up in the wind?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Wang Shuai
Epiphora (tearing in the wind) may be caused by various factors, such as eye fatigue, ocular infections, or nasolacrimal duct obstruction. Different causes require different treatments. For epiphora caused by eye strain or mild ocular irritation, patients are advised to rest adequately, reduce eye use, and apply warm compresses and gentle eye massage to improve ocular circulation and relieve eye fatigue. If tearing is due to ocular infections such as conjunctivitis or keratitis, prompt medical attention is necessary. Under a doctor's guidance, antibiotic eye drops should be used appropriately, and patients should avoid rubbing their eyes to prevent cross-infection. When epiphora is related to nasolacrimal duct obstruction, surgical intervention may be required—such as lacrimal duct irrigation or dacryocystorhinostomy—to restore proper tear drainage.
