Ever wonder why women cry more often than men or what causes those puffy eyes after tears? Drawing from health research, here are 5 key facts about crying.
Research indicates women cry 30 to 64 times a year, while men average 6 to 17 times. This is linked partly to prolactin, a hormone more abundant in women.
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A woman's crying episode lasts about 6 minutes on average, compared to 2 to 3 minutes for men.
Tears from sadness, joy, or irritants like onions each have distinct chemical makeups.
During intense crying, excess tears overwhelm the ducts, leading to fluid buildup and swelling under the eyes.
Overflow tears drain into the nasal cavity through connected ducts, causing a runny nose.
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