episcleritis
/ˌɛpɪskləˈraɪtɪs/
noun
- A medical condition where the outer layer of the white part of the eye becomes inflamed, causing redness and discomfort.
- Episcleritis often looks worse than it feels and usually goes away on its own.
- The doctor diagnosed her with episcleritis after she complained of a red, irritated eye.
- He wore sunglasses to reduce the light sensitivity caused by his episcleritis.