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CONJUNTIVITIS [1 record]

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Record 1 2025-03-26

English

Subject field(s)
  • Human Diseases - Various
  • The Eye
CONT

Conjunctivitis is an inflammation of the conjunctiva, the thin, clear layer that covers the white surface of the eye and the inner eyelid.

CONT

Conjunctivitis is caused by viruses, bacteria, allergens, contact lens use, chemicals, fungi, and certain diseases.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Maladies humaines diverses
  • Oeil
DEF

Inflammation de la membrane muqueuse qui tapisse la face interne des paupières et une partie du globe oculaire.

OBS

Les conjonctivites peuvent être d'origine virale, bactérienne, parasitaire ou allergique. Elles peuvent également être causées des produits chimiques ou par l'utilisation de verres de contact.

Spanish

Campo(s) temático(s)
  • Enfermedades humanas varias
  • Ojo
DEF

Inflamación de la conjuntiva.

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