1. Dry Eye Irritation: Dryness in the eyes can cause irritation due to insufficient or poor-quality tears.

2. Reflex Tearing: This irritation triggers the tear glands to produce excess watery tears as a protective response.

3. Poor Tear Quality: The tears produced are often watery and lack the necessary oils and mucus, failing to properly lubricate the eyes.

4. Symptoms: This results in both dryness and excessive tearing simultaneously.

Recommendation: Consult an ophthalmologist for evaluation and potential treatments like artificial tears or lifestyle changes to manage symptoms effectively.