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conjunctival

American  
[kahn-juhngk-tahyv-uhl] / ˌkɑn dʒʌŋkˈtaɪv əl /

adjective

  1. relating to or involving the conjunctiva.


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This finding indicates that direct contact with the ointment, rather than conjunctival exposure alone, is the primary cause of swelling.

From Science Daily Jan. 16, 2026

Early in the pandemic, studies show, the Beta variant was more infectious to conjunctival cells, compared with the previous Alpha strain—leading to a higher concentration of the virus and more eye inflammation in infected individuals.

From Scientific American May 12, 2023

It should be remembered that the Schneiderian membrane is midway in sensitiveness, as it is in location, between the conjunctival and buccal surfaces, and is readily irritated by strong applications.

From A System of Practical Medicine by American Authors, Vol. I Volume 1: Pathology and General Diseases by Various

Irrigate the conjunctival sac with sterile saline solution.

From The Elements of Bacteriological Technique A Laboratory Guide for Medical, Dental, and Technical Students. Second Edition Rewritten and Enlarged. by Eyre, J. W. H. (John William Henry)

It remained lodged two weeks without causing any pain or symptoms, and subsequently worked itself forward, contained in a perfect conjunctival sac, in which it was freely movable.

From Anomalies and Curiosities of Medicine by Pyle, Walter L. (Walter Lytle)

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