Watery Eyes
Watery eyes (epiphora) tear persistently or excessively is a condition affecting my health. My eye physician believes that my eyes are excessively dry and prescribed Restasis eye drops. These eye drops do not help at all. This month I was examined by a doctor that specializes in watery eyes. He prescribed Espinastine HCI Ophthalmic Solution, (0.05%). The tearing was reduced by around 20-25%. I have an appointment with this specialist today. However, I do not believe that eyes drops is the solution to my conditions. I am 72 year old, active around the home and garden. I walk and exercise 2-3 times per week. I am a retired US Marine physically fit. I take high blood pressure medicine.
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Hi Teresa and all, thanks for your reply and like. I visited my eye physician last week. Since my condition has improved, he recommended to continue using the Espinastine HCI Ophthalmic Solution, (0.05%). He believe that continuing to use the solution, I'll continue to improve. I have an appointment for February next year. I am tearing less each day. So, I really hope that the doctor is correct.
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Hi Teresa and all, thanks for your reply and like. I visited my eye physician last week. Since my condition has improved, he recommended to continue using the Espinastine HCI Ophthalmic Solution, (0.05%). He believe that continuing to use the solution, I'll continue to improve. I have an appointment for February next year. I am tearing less each day. So, I really hope that the doctor is correct.
Hello @moesilverio
I appreciate you posting an update and I'm glad to hear that your eye problem us improving!
Does this seem to be an allergy problem?
@hopeful33250
Hello @moesilverio and welcome to Mayo Clinic Connect. First, let me thank you for your service to our country as a retired Marine!
I'm sorry to hear about your watery eye problem. That sounds uncomfortable! Could I ask if you have any other eye and/or vision problems such as blurry vision, eye pain, etc.? Are there any other health problems other than blood pressure?
Sometimes finding a correct diagnosis and treatment for a problem takes a lot of work and persistence. Many of us have searched for a long time before we connected with the right medical professional. Do you live near a multi-disciplinary health center? I'm thinking of a university medical school or a facility like Mayo Clinic. This type of facility might be a good place to get another opinion.
I look forward to hearing from you again. Will you post updates as you are able?
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