Definitions for chemosis
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1. chemosisnoun

   edema of the mucous membrane of the eyeball and eyelid lining

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1. chemosisnoun

   A chemically-induced swelling of the mucous membrane of the eye

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1. Chemosis

   Chemosis is the swelling (or edema) of the conjunctiva. The term derives from the Greek chem- meaning chemical and -osis meaning denoting action. A chemical reaction, or in this case, a chemical reaction of the conjunctiva which is due to the oozing of exudate from abnormally permeable capillaries. In general, chemosis is a nonspecific sign of eye irritation. The outer surface covering appears to have fluid in it. The conjunctiva becomes swollen and gelatinous in appearance. Often, the eye area swells so much that the eyes become difficult or impossible to close fully. Sometimes, it may also appear as if the eyeball has moved slightly backwards from the white part of the eye due to the fluid filled in the conjunctiva all over the eyes except the iris. The iris is not covered by this fluid and so it appears to be moved slightly inwards.

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1. chemosis

   Chemosis refers to a medical condition characterized by the swelling (edema) of the conjunctiva, the mucous membrane that covers the white part of the eye and lines the inside of the eyelids. This condition can lead to a fluid-filled, gelatinous appearance in the eyes. It can be caused by various conditions, such as allergies, infection, or irritation.

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1. Chemosis

   Chemosis is the swelling of the conjunctiva. It is due to exudation from abnormally permeable capillaries. In general, chemosis is a nonspecific sign of eye irritation. The outer surface covering appears to have fluid in it. The conjunctiva becomes swollen and gelatinous in appearance. Often, the eye area swells so much that the eyes become difficult or impossible to close fully. Sometimes it may also appear as if the eye ball has slightly moved backwards from the white part of the eye due to the fluid filled in the Conjunctiva all over the eyes except the eye ball.The eye ball is not covered by this fluid and so it appears to be slightly moved inwards. It is usually caused by allergies or viral infections, as well as excessive eye rubbing. Chemosis is also included in the Chandler Classification system of orbital infections. If chemosis has occured due to excessive rubbing of the eye, the first aid to be given is a cold water wash for eyes and use of FluoroMetholone Ophthalmic Suspension USP, commonly known as FML which is an eye drop available in medical stores. Other cases of severe chemosis must be referred to a Medical Practitioner Other causes of chemosis include:

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1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of chemosis in Chaldean Numerology is: 4

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of chemosis in Pythagorean Numerology is: 1

References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
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2. ^ Wiktionary
   https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Chemosis
3. ^ Wikipedia
   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chemosis
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5. ^ Wikidata
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