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Endophthalmitis

Definition:

Endophthalmitis refers to the severe inflammation of the intraocular tissues, such as the vitreous gel and the anterior chamber of the eye. It is typically caused by the invasion of microorganisms, primarily bacteria, into the eye.

Examples:

Noun:

1. The patient developed endophthalmitis following cataract surgery.

2. The ophthalmologist administered antibiotics to treat the endophthalmitis.

Related Verbs:

1. The ophthalmologist warned the patient about the risks of developing endophthalmitis.

2. Proper hygiene while handling contact lenses can help prevent endophthalmitis.

Related Adjective:

1. The patient's eye was red and swollen due to the endophthalmitis infection.

2. The ophthalmologist examined the eye for signs of endophthalmitis.

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• Endophthalmitis Treatment
• Eye Infection Antibiotics
• Contact Lens Hygiene Kit