Conjunctiva

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Also known as:  Tunica Conjunctiva

 

Description

The Conjunctiva is a delicate Mucous Membrane that covers the front of the Eye and lines the inside of Eyelids - it contains Goblet Cells that are responsible for the Eyes’ Mucin production.

 

These Substances may Enhance the Function of the Conjunctiva

Vitamins

 Vitamin B2 may enhance the function of the Conjunctiva.  [1]

 

These Ailments may Interfere with the Conjunctiva

Eyes/Vision

 Conjunctivitis may cause Inflammation of the Conjunctiva.

 Dry Eyes may occur as a result of excessive dryness of the Conjunctiva.

 

Ailments of the Conjunctiva

 Conjunctivitis

 Eyes - Dry

 Pterygium

 Styes

 

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