keratitis

/kəˈrætɪtɪs/

Definitions

1. noun

Inflammation of the cornea, especially as a complication of a viral infection such as herpes simplex.

“The patient’s doctor diagnosed her with keratitis and prescribed an eye drop to treat the infection.”

Synonyms

  • corneal inflammation
  • keratoconjunctivitis

Antonyms

  • healthy cornea