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Trachoma - Glossary

Medically Reviewed by Dr. Simi Paknikar, MD on May 04, 2017


Glossary

Cornea: The clear tissue in front of the eye resembling a crystal of a watch

Endemic: A disease that is constantly present to a greater or lesser degree in certain people or in people living in a particular location


Epilation: Plucking of hair

Mucoid: Mucus like i.e. sticky

Mucopurulent: Discharge containing mucus mixed with pus (sign of infection)

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