Chemosis is a term that refers to swelling
(oedema) of the conjunctiva
of the eye.
If the conjunctiva becomes very swollen, the eye/s may not close properly.
Possible causes include inflammation (inflammation of the conjuctiva
is called conjunctivitis)
which is the most common, or blockages obstructing drainage of blood
or lymph from around the eye. It can also be caused or exaccerbated by
allergic reaction, viral infection, or excessive rubbing of the affected
eye/s.
More about Ophthalmology: This section includes short definitions
of many diseases, disorders, and conditions of the eyes and visual system.
For definitions of other terms in this category, choose from the list
to the left (but note that this is not a complete/exhaustive list).
Other related pages include the diagram
of the eye, and definitions
of parts of the eye, a description
of the human retina, and definitions
of parts of the retina, and the section of short definitions
of clinical and surgical procedures re. eyes and human visual system.
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