Definition: Inflammation of the conjunctiva, or the mucous membrane on the front of the eyeball and inside of the eyelids. Conjunctivitis can be due to allergy, infection or irritant causes.
Pronunciation: kon-junk-ti-vi-tus
Conjunctivitis
By Daniel More, MD, About.com Guide
Updated December 11, 2006
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