retinitis

/rɛtɪˈnaɪtɪs/

Definitions

1. noun

inflammation of the retina, typically caused by infection, injury, or disease

“The patient was diagnosed with posterior retinitis, a rare condition affecting the retina.”

2. noun

a specific type of retinal disease, such as retinitis pigmentosa or retinitis proliferans

“The doctor specialized in treating various forms of retinitis, including retinitis pigmentosa.”

Synonyms

  • retinal disease
  • retinal inflammation

Antonyms

  • normal vision
  • retinal health