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Definition of Conjunctivitis
Medically reviewed by Min Clinic Staff | Updated: January 2026
Conjunctivitis: Inflammation of the membrane covering the surface of the eyeball. It can be a result of infection or irritation of the eye, or it can be related to systemic diseases, such as Reiter syndrome. Also known as pinkeye.