Multiple choice

What does the term epiphora mean?

  1. Excessive tearing

  2. Lesser tearing

  3. Flattened cells within the corneal stroma

  4. Production of tears

  5. Shedding of tears
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Explanation

Excessive tearing, also known as epiphora, is due to a disruption in the balance between tear production and tear loss. Numerous etiologies lead to an excess of tears, and there are a number of ways to diagnose and treat this condition.

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