INFLAMMATION of the iris, the MUSCLE surrounding the pupil of the EYE. Iritis may develop as a result of INFECTION, such as CONJUNCTIVITIS that spreads to involve other structures of the eye. Iritis also occurs as part of the inflammatory p.. Read More
Eyes | 06.17.11 | No Comments
An INFLAMMATION of the conjunctiva, or mucous tissue that lines the inside of the eyelids. There are many causes for conjunctivitis, commonly called pink EYE, including INFECTION (bacterial, viral, or fungal) and contact contamination such .. Read More
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First recognized as a distinct condition in the mid-1800s, this disease has been incorrectly called by many different names, including Ritter’s disease or toxic epidermal necrolysis. Only recently was its cause discovered to be a toxin-pr.. Read More
Health and Wellness | 05.18.09 | No Comments
The most common infection of the eye is CONJUNCTIVITIS, also known as pinkeye. Most of these infections are caused by bacteria such as staphylococci, or by viruses associated with a cold, sore throat, or illness such as MEASLES. Viral conju.. Read More
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A type of virus associated with many infections including MENINGITIS, upper respiratory tract infection, CONJUNCTIVITIS, and infantile diarrhea. ECHOvirus, which is an acronym for enteric cytopathogenic human orphan virus, includes more tha.. Read More
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The medical name for “pinkeye,” an inflammation of the transparent membrane covering the white of the eye. This common infection of childhood, also referred to as a “cold in the eye,” causes redness, discomfort, and a discharge from.. Read More
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