Watery Eye Treatment in Lahore: Why Do Your Eyes Keep Watering?
Watery eyes, or aankhon se pani aana, can have different causes, so the right treatment starts with finding the reason. At Khalid Eye & Medical Care in Jubilee Town, Lahore, ophthalmologist Dr Kashif Jahangir looks for the cause before advising care.
To ask about a consultation, message the clinic on WhatsApp. A message is an enquiry, not a confirmed appointment.
When Should You See an Eye Specialist for Watery Eyes?
A little watering is normal in smoky places, wind or cold weather. It is worth seeing an eye specialist when watering keeps coming back, does not settle, or gets in the way of everyday activities such as reading or working.
An eyelid that turns inward or droops away from the eye, or a lump or swelling around the eye that is not improving, also deserves an eye check.
Whether one eye or both are watering does not show the cause on its own, so an examination is more reliable than guessing.
What kind of doctor treats watery eyes?
An ophthalmologist, or eye specialist, assesses and treats watery eyes. They look for the cause, which may involve tear production, drainage or the eyelids. Dr Kashif Jahangir is an ophthalmologist in Jubilee Town, Lahore.
When Watery Eyes Need Urgent Medical Attention
The clinic has evening consultation hours, not a 24-hour emergency service. If your symptoms are urgent, do not wait for the clinic or a WhatsApp reply.
Warning Signs That Should Not Wait
Go to the nearest hospital emergency department now if you have:
- sudden loss of vision, or being unable to see
- severe eye pain, or pain that keeps you awake
- a serious eye injury, including a puncture or an object stuck in the eye
- a strong chemical splash in the eye
- a red eye with severe headache and nausea
- eye pain with vision loss if you wear contact lenses
- severe pain or vision loss after recent eye surgery
For a chemical splash, rinse at once with plenty of clean running water for at least 20 minutes, and keep rinsing while you arrange emergency care. Do not try to remove an object that has pierced the eye.
Other Symptoms That Need Prompt Assessment
Get an urgent assessment, not an ordinary appointment, if watering or eye pain comes with:
- new or significant vision changes, such as blurring (sudden vision loss is an emergency, as above)
- eye pain with sensitivity to light
- a very red eye with pain
- ongoing pain, or discharge with increasing redness
- painful or tender swelling near the inner corner of the eye, close to the nose (do not treat this as routine)
Why Do Your Eyes Keep Watering?
Tears keep your eyes comfortable. Watering, which doctors call epiphora, happens when the eyes make too many tears or tears cannot drain away, and sometimes both.
Too Many Tears: Dryness, Allergy and Irritation
Dry eyes can make your eyes water, which sounds strange. A dry, irritated surface can trigger extra tears.
Allergy, infection such as conjunctivitis, smoke, wind or grit can also cause extra tears.
Tears That Cannot Drain Properly
Tears normally drain through tiny channels into the nose. An eyelid that turns in or out, or a narrowed or blocked drainage passage, can make tears spill over.
Tear ducts can narrow with age, but age alone does not explain the watering.
Why is only my left eye watering?
Watering in one eye does not show the cause by itself. Dryness, irritation, allergy, eyelid or drainage problems can affect one eye. If it persists, an eye examination can help look for the reason.
What to Expect at a Watery Eye Assessment
Discussing Your Symptoms and Possible Causes
A general assessment for watery eyes usually begins with questions about when the watering started and whether you have pain, redness, discharge or vision changes. It helps to tell the doctor about your eye drops, medicines and any past eye problems or surgery.
The doctor may then examine your eyes and eyelids to look for the cause. The exact steps depend on your symptoms and the doctor's judgement.
How Treatment Depends on the Cause
Mild cases may need little or no treatment. In general, dryness may need lubricating drops, allergy may need allergy medicine, and infection may need medicines. Some eyelid or drainage problems may require specialist treatment or surgery.
These are general medical possibilities, not a list of services offered here. After examination, the doctor can explain which, if any, apply to you.
Eye Drops and Home Care: Why the Cause Matters
The right drops or home care depend on what is causing the watering. When dry eyes or irritation is the cause, lubricating drops (artificial tears) or a warm compress may help some people, but neither is a cure for every watery eye.
Steroid eye drops should be used only under a doctor's supervision. Use only drops made for the eyes and follow the label. If you are unsure which drops suit you, or the watering continues, ask a doctor or pharmacist, or ask for an eye assessment.
What eye drops can I use to treat watery eyes?
The right drops depend on the cause. Lubricating drops may help dryness, but allergy, infection and other causes need different care. Ask a doctor or pharmacist before using drops for watering that keeps returning.
Consult Dr Kashif Jahangir in Jubilee Town, Lahore
About Your Eye Specialist
Dr Kashif Jahangir is an ophthalmologist with MBBS, MCPS, FCPS and CHPE qualifications. He is Associate Professor, Ophthalmology Unit I, at Allama Iqbal Medical College, Lahore. You can read more on Dr Kashif's profile.
Clinic Location and Hours
Khalid Eye & Medical Care Block C Commercial Area Jubilee Town, Lahore, 53720, Pakistan- Monday–Friday: 6:00 PM–9:00 PM
- Saturday: 5:00 PM–7:00 PM
- Sunday: Closed
For more details, visit the contact page.
Ask About an Appointment
Message the clinic on WhatsApp at +92 322 4021676, or call the same number. An enquiry is not a confirmed appointment. It can help to bring the eye drops you use and any earlier eye reports.
If your symptoms are urgent, use the warning signs above instead of waiting for a reply.
See appointments and fees for booking information.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will a watery eye go away on its own?
Mild watering, for example from smoke or wind, may settle by itself. If it keeps returning or does not settle, the cause should be checked, because it may need treatment.
How to stop the corner of the eye from watering?
It depends on the cause. Dryness, irritation, allergy, eyelid position and drainage problems are managed differently, so persistent watering needs an eye assessment rather than trial and error.
If you are looking for watery eyes treatment in Lahore, you can ask about a consultation with Dr Kashif Jahangir at Khalid Eye & Medical Care in Jubilee Town. Message the clinic on WhatsApp to make a routine enquiry.