What Are Eye Boogers?

The video explains the phenomenon of eye boogers, also known as gound or rheum, which are crusty residues that form in the corners of the eyes during sleep. These residues are composed of mucus, dead skin cells, oil, dust, and bacteria. Eye boogers form because the tear film, which usually clears debris when blinking, is inactive during sleep. Variations in eye boogers can occur due to allergies or eye conditions. While generally harmless, excessive eye boogers can indicate health issues like blocked tear ducts or infections such as pinkeye.

What are some common names for the crusty residue that forms in the corners of your eyes while sleeping?

Describe the composition of the mixture that forms eye boogers.

Explain why eye boogers tend to build up more when we are asleep compared to when we are awake.

What is the role of the tear film in keeping our eyes clean?

What are some potential health issues indicated by excessive eye boogers?