What is another word for conjunctivitis?
Pronunciation: [kənd͡ʒˌʌŋktɪvˈa͡ɪtɪs] (IPA) 
Conjunctivitis, commonly referred to as pink eye, is a condition characterized by the inflammation of the conjunctiva, the clear layer on the surface of the eye and inside the eyelids. There are a few synonyms for conjunctivitis, such as eye infection, eye inflammation, red eye, and sore eyes. Eye infection is a general term for the presence of harmful microorganisms in the eye, while eye inflammation is a broader term that encompasses various conditions of the eye, including conjunctivitis. Red eye is a term used to describe the redness of the eye that often accompanies conjunctivitis, while sore eyes refers to the discomfort and pain that one may experience.
