Table. Common ophthalmological terms used to describe the findings (in alphabetical order).
Term | Meaning |
Blepharospasm | Involuntary contraction/twitching of the eyelids |
Chemosis | Glassy edema of the conjunctiva |
Epiphora | Overflow of tear fluid |
Halos | Colored rings around light sources |
Injection | Vasodilatation with hyperemia |
Lagophthalmos | Incomplete lid closure |
Photophobia | Extreme sensitivity to light |
Trichiasis | Chafing of the eyeball by inverted ‧lashes |