What does conjunctivitis mean?
Inflammation of the conjunctiva, the membrane covering the white part of the eye and the inside of the eyelids. It can be caused by a viral or bacterial infection, or by an allergic reaction.
Example
"The doctor diagnosed her with conjunctivitis and prescribed antibiotic eye drops to clear up the infection."
Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.