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Pinkeye, or conjunctivitis, is inflammation of the conjunctiva, the membrane lining the eye.

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What is the medical term meaning pinkeye?

ConjunctivitisconjunctivitisConjunctivitis = the inflammation of the conjunctiva, the pink membrane lining the inner eyelids.Conjunctivitis


What is retinopapillitis?

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What is pinkeye called?

Pinkeye, or conjunctivitis, is an inflammation of the transparent membrane (conjunctiva) that covers the white part of the eye and the inside of the eyelids. It can be caused by viruses, bacteria, allergies, or irritants. Symptoms can include redness, itching, watering, and discharge from the eye.


What is retinal?

The suffix ~itis is used medically to indicate an inflammation or swelling. The retina is the layer at the back of the eye. So, retinitis is an inflammation in that area of the eye.


If you fart on someones pillow will they get pinkeye?

No. Pinkeye is caused by bacterial or viral infection.


Gave calves pinkeye shots and still have pinkeye?

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Can hamsters get pinkeye?

if you dont clean your cage for a while it can catch a virus whitch is pinkeye


Which is not a communicable disease chickenpox or pinkeye cancer or strep?

Chickenpox and strep are communicable. Pinkeye is the common term for conjunctivitis, or inflammation of the lining of the eyelids and eyeball. Usually conjunctivitis is viral or bacterial, but allergic or irritant conjunctivitis can occur. The vast majority of cancers are not communicable, but some infections, such as HPV and hepatitis B, can increase the risk of cancer.


When was Pinkeye - South Park - created?

Pinkeye - South Park - was created on 1997-10-29.


What causes pinkeye?

I only know pinkeye on cows.. so here we go: Pinkeye is caused when either dust (possibly flies) ends up in a cows eye. You can tell if your cow has pinkeye if the pupil is white and the eye is surrounded by a pink crust kinda thing. Talk to your vet OR buy some pinkeye stuff. Hope it helped.


Pinkeye do you use warm or cold compresses to relieve swelling?

For pinkeye (conjunctivitis), it is generally recommended to use warm compresses to help relieve swelling and discomfort. Warm compresses can help to soothe the eye, reduce inflammation, and promote drainage of any discharge. Be sure to use a clean cloth and wash your hands before and after applying the warm compress.


Is pinkeye a virus?

Pinkeye is a virus. It can also be caused by bacteria and be a bacterial infections. Allergies can also cause conjunctivitis.