long-term stress. It is commonly found in elevated levels in the blood under very stressful conditions. Patients in burn-rehab hospitals have high levels of cortisol, as do those who are clinically depressed. It is the main substance you and your nervous system: How stress affects your body Continued on page two
Symptoms & Signs. Tearing is a normal function of the eye. Excessive tearing, or teary eyes that are not from normal crying, can be a sign of an underlying health condition or disease. The tears of the eye come from the tear gland, called the lacrimal gland, which is located above the outer eye. Tears are composed of water, oil, and antibodies.
Other causes. There are many causes of watering eyes. The following conditions among others can also lead to an overflow of tears: Keratitis, an infection of the cornea. Corneal ulcer, an open sore that forms on the eye. Styes or chalazions, lumps that can grow on the edge of the eyelid.