Tearing itself is not a medically dangerous condition, however, it can decrease the quality of your vision and be bothersome to your daily life. Occasionally constant dabbing of the eyes with tissues can cause allergies or skin breakdown. Some patients will develop blockage in the tear drain that can lead to infection of stagnant fluid, which does require surgical intervention to cure. Regardless of the cause of tearing, Dr. Sweeney and Dr. McDevitt will evaluate you in clinic and help you determine which treatment is best for you.