Conjunctivitis (commonly called "pink eye" or "Madras eye") is an inflammation of the conjunctiva (the outermost layer of the eye and the inner surface of the eyelids), most commonly due to an allergic reaction or an infection (usually viral, but sometimes bacterial). While this article relates generally to humans, animals such as canines (dogs) can experience this condition.
Blepharoconjunctivitis is the dual combination of conjunctivitis with b...
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Conjunctivitis (commonly called "pink eye" or "Madras eye") is an inflammation of the conjunctiva (the outermost layer of the eye and the inner surface of the eyelids), most commonly due to an allergic reaction or an infection (usually viral, but sometimes bacterial). While this article relates generally to humans, animals such as canines (dogs) can experience this condition.
Blepharoconjunctivitis is the dual combination of conjunctivitis with blepharitis (inflammation of the eyelids).
Keratoconjunctivitis is the combination of conjunctivitis and keratitis (corneal inflammation).
Episcleritis is an inflammatory condition that produces a similar appearance to conjunctivitis, but without discharge or tearing.
The viral and bacterial forms of conjunctivitis are contagious and were first discovered by Scottish doctors. It can also be gotten from the eye being exposed to acids or soaps.
Redness (hyperaemia), irritation (chemosis) and watering (epiphora) of the eyes are symptoms common to...
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