My eyes get watery when I talk to people or when I am nervous. Why is that happening?

Q. Why are my eyes watery when I am nervous?

Answered by
Dr. Bandivadekar Pooja Mohan
and medically reviewed by Dr.Nithila A
This is a premium question & answer published on Jul 05, 2019 and last reviewed on: Jul 19, 2023

Hello doctor,

My eyes get watery when I talk to people or when I am nervous. Why is that happening?

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Our autonomic nervous system also controls lacrimation or tearing and for some emotional changes can activate the autonomous system and hence tearing. There is no specific medication for the same. But you can try using mild anti-allergens like Olopatadine or Naphazoline or Ketorolac to reduce any co-existing eye allergies and reflex lacrimation. Also, look out for nasi lacrimal duct obstruction.


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