con·junc·ti·vi·tis (k n-j ngk t-v  t s)n. Inflammation of the conjunctiva, characterized by redness and often accompanied by a discharge. |
conjunctivitis [kənˌdʒʌŋktɪˈvaɪtɪs]
n
(Medicine / Pathology) inflammation of the conjunctiva
| conjunctivitis (kn-jngkt-vts) Inflammation of the conjunctiva, characterized by redness, itching, and often accompanied by a discharge. Bacterial and viral infection and allergies are common causes of conjunctivitis. |
conjunctivitis
inflammation of the conjunctiva.
See also: Eyes
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| Noun | 1. |  conjunctivitis - inflammation of the conjunctiva of the eyeophthalmia, ophthalmitis - severe conjunctivitis inflammation, redness, rubor - a response of body tissues to injury or irritation; characterized by pain and swelling and redness and heat |
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