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Eye tear allergy onion

2021-07-03 15:32:10
Dear Doctor, Does constant exposure to cutting onions is harmful to eyes and tear gland ? Any harmful effects to eyes due to cutting onions ?? I get red eyes and tears due to cutting onions , is that a cause for concern ??
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Its just reflex tearing and quite normal Nothing to worry

Answered2021-07-04 05:13:56

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No.. That's just reflex secretion

Answered2021-07-03 16:38:24

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