hyperemia
Visible Eye Redness
Plain-language definition
Visible redness of the eye from dilated surface blood vessels. In clinical notes the same finding is often called “conjunctival injection.”
Where this term comes up
“Available in 0.01% and 0.03% concentrations; 0.01% has less hyperemia with slightly less IOP-lowering on average”
Medication · Bimatoprost (Lumigan, Latisse)
“Clinical appearance (lumpy, elevated disc, no hyperemia)”
Condition · Optic Disc Drusen
“Eye redness (conjunctival hyperemia)”
Medication · Vyzulta (Latanoprostene Bunod)
- Category
- Condition, finding, or disease process
- Also written as
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Pathology terms describe diseases, tissue changes, exam findings, or complications that can affect vision or eye comfort.
Related glossary terms
- conjunctiva
Eye Surface Membrane
- antiviral
Virus-Fighting Drug
- IOP
Intraocular Pressure
- macula
Central Retina
- prostaglandin
Glaucoma Pressure-Lowering Drop
- trabecular
Drainage Meshwork
A note on medical context
A glossary definition can explain a word, but it cannot tell you whether a symptom or test result is serious. If this term came from an article, use the full article and your clinician's guidance for context.