Why do my tears burn when i cry?

Do you sometimes experience a burning sensation in your eyes when you cry? Are you wondering why your tears feel like they’re made out of lava? Well, fear not my weeping friend, for I have the answers to all of your questions!

What Causes This Unpleasant Sensation?

The first thing that comes to mind when we think about tears is sadness or emotional distress. However, there are many other reasons why our eyes might fill with water; allergies, dusty environments or even an onion can set off our little tear ducts into overdrive. But what makes those droplets coming from our eye sockets burn so much?

It’s Not The Actual Liquid That Burns Your Eyes

Contrary to popular belief, the liquid that falls out of our eyes isn’t causing any pain at all! In fact, it’s mostly composed of water along with some various proteins and minerals.

So What Is It Then? The Answer Lies In The Chemical Composition Of Our Tears

Our tears consist of three separate components: mucous layer (outermost), aqueous layer (middle) and lipid layer (innermost). These layers work together to lubricate the eye surface and protect it from harmful bacteria. But if any one or more layers become imbalanced due to external factors such as pollution in the air then irritation occurs.

Breaking Down Each Layer

Let’s take a closer look at each component involved:

Mucous Layer

This thin film overlies cornea & bulbar conjunctiva prevents evaporation by spreading evenly across ocular surface helping maintain normal tear thickness/color/viscosity/mucin functions

Aqueous Layer

Made up mainly of H2O but also contains electrolytes bicarbonate chloride sodium potasium – gives nutrients oxygen metabolites membrane includes growth factors antimicrobial agents including lysozyme immune cells enzymes plays a vital role in protecting the front of the eye from infection and also nourishing it with oxygen and nutrients.

Lipid Layer

This protective layer right on top, resists evaporation through having a lipid-based composition – provides an oil barrier that prevents tears from evaporating too quickly serves as a lubricant for blinking eyelids further preventing dryness
an improper balance of these three layers can lead to burning or stinging sensations when one is crying.

Other Factors that Affect Tear Production & Quality

Allergies

allergic rhinitis causes red/itchy/watery eyes due to high levels histamine being released this irritates surrounding tissues thus making existing symptoms worse

Dry Air

Reduced humidity results from air conditioners, artificial heating or even inclement weather conditions all play peak factor putting strain environment changes ocular surface therefore irritating them causing tearing & discomfort.

Onion!

Sulphuric acid particles wafting around kitchen area after chopping onions act like tear gas causing our own bodies secrete more feeling spice-induced waterworks start up unscheduling cooking time lesson here folks… onion goggles are not geeky but practical!

don’t we know it! It’s often said that there isn’t much point in crying over spilt milk but cutting onions is definitely an exception to that rule; especially if you’re doing so without proper protection like onion goggles.

Onto something probably everyone uses HOURS per day – screens! Compounded via mobile devices computers tablets t.v.s: staring at screens leads the user’s blink rate dwindles which creates dry patches across their vision field thereby needing sustained monitoring.

These are just some additional factors affecting quality production of tears however extreme longevity (medical aura) should consult professional medical advise ensuring no other complications arise,

Conclusion: Tears serve many functions beyond merely expressing deep emotions – they help protect against harmful bacteria, lubricate sensitive tissue, nourish the eye, and flush away irritants. Though they have a somewhat simple chemical makeup their function can be severely hampered if any one or more layers are imbalanced, irritated consistently by outside factors leading to burning/stinging sensations aka lava tears!

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