panotitis

/pænɒfθælˈmaɪtɪs/

Definitions

1. noun

a severe and potentially fatal inflammation of the uvea, the middle layer of the eye.

“The doctor diagnosed her with panophthalmitis and immediately referred her to a specialist for further treatment.”

Synonyms

  • ophthalmitis
  • panuveitis

Antonyms

  • conjunctivitis
  • ophthalmia