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keratitis

/kɛrəˈtaɪtɪs/ noun · British & US
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What does keratitis mean?

noun

Inflammation of the cornea, the clear layer on the front of the eye. Keratitis can be caused by infection, injury, or other factors.

Example

"The doctor diagnosed the patient with keratitis and prescribed antibiotics to treat the infection."

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