Eli5: Why do your eyes water when you have a cold?

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Please forgive if this has been asked before. I searched different iterations of this and couldn’t find an answer.

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When you have a cold, your eyes may water because your body is trying to get rid of the virus that is causing the cold. The watery eyes are a result of your body producing more tears, which can help to flush out the virus and keep your eyes moist and comfortable. The tears may also help to wash away any irritants that may be causing discomfort in your eyes. In general, watery eyes are a normal and healthy response to a cold or other respiratory infection

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