Swollen conjunctiva
Introduction A swollen conjunctiva, also called chemosis in medical terminology, is a glassy swelling of the conjunctiva. In most cases the whole conjunctiva is affected. Often, a blister-like lifting of the conjunctiva from the sclera is observed. Reasons for the swollen conjunctiva can be an inflammation of the conjunctiva (conjunctivitis), allergy, virus infection or mechanical … Swollen conjunctiva