canthitis

/kænˈθaɪtɪs/

Definitions

1. noun

a type of inflammation or redness of the margin of the eyelid, particularly the lower eyelid

“After suffering from canthitis, she had to apply antibiotic ointment regularly to prevent the condition from worsening.”

Synonyms

  • blepharitis
  • conjunctivitis

Antonyms

  • healthy eyelid