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A watery eye can occur because of:
(i) Overproduction of tears
(ii) A failure to drain tears away from the surface of the eye normally
Causes of tear overproduction include anything that irritates the surface of the eye, such as a foreign body, an in-turning eyelash and even dryness of the eye. In each case, watering occurs because irritation of the corneal nerve endings excessively stimulates the lacrimal gland leading to excessive production of tears.
Failure to drain tears away may be due to:
I graduated from Birmingham University in 1992, and have been an Eye Specialist for almost 20 years.
Following my Ophthalmology Specialist Training, I completed two Fellowships (advanced training) in glaucoma, working with the world-renowned Professor Anthony Molteno in New Zealand and Professor Peter Shah in Birmingham. Thereafter, I undertook a Fellowship in oculoplastic/lacrimal surgery, again in Birmingham. As a result, I am dual-qualified, which allows me to perform a wide range of ophthalmic procedures.
I have been a Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon at the North Devon Healthcare NHS Trust since 2003. In this role, I perform high volume cataract surgery and am the Clinical Lead for the Glaucoma and Oculoplastic/Lacrimal Surgery services.
Tel: 07503751349 | 01271 349128
Email: karlwhittaker@devoneyesurgeon.co.uk