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Term: Retinitis

Definition:

Retinitis is the inflammation of the retina, which is the light-sensitive tissue at the back of the eye. It can cause various vision problems or, in severe cases, lead to partial or total vision loss.

Examples:

Noun:

1. The patient's retinitis was causing blurry vision and sensitivity to light.

2. Retinitis pigmentosa, a genetic disorder, results in a progressive deterioration of the retina.

Related Adjective:

1. The ophthalmologist diagnosed her with retinitis, so she started taking the prescribed medication.

2. Retinitis symptoms may include redness, pain, and swelling of the eyes.

Related Verb:

1. The anti-inflammatory drops helped to alleviate the retinitis in her left eye.

2. If left untreated, retinitis can severely damage the retina.

Related Adverb:

1. The disease progressed rapidly, causing her to lose her vision retinitis fast.

2. The doctor advised her to seek treatment immediately to prevent further retinitis spreading.

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