Epiphora is:

A. Cerebrospinal fluid running from the nose after fracture of anterior cranial fossa

B. An epiphenomenon of a cerebral tumor

C. An abnormal overflow of tears due to obstruction of lacrimal duct

D. Eversion of lower eyelid following injury

Correct Answer: An abnormal overflow of tears due to obstruction of lacrimal duct

Description: Epiphora is defined as watering from the eye due to physiological causes such as pump failure or mechanical obstruction in lacrimal passage. Ref: Textbook of Ophthalmology By Nema, 3rd Edition, Page 304

Category: Ophthalmology

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