A Wing-Like Growth of Conjunctival Tissue Extending to the Cornea

question 28

Multiple Choice

A wing-like growth of conjunctival tissue extending to the cornea is a(n)

• A) stye.
• B) pterygium.
• C) blepharoptosis.
• D) nystagmus.
• E) exophthalmos.

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Definitions:

Presbyopia

A common age-related condition in which the eye gradually loses the ability to focus on nearby objects, typically starting around middle age.

Thickening

The process of making a liquid denser or more viscous by adding a substance, often used in cooking or in industrial processes.

Vaginal Walls

The muscular and membranous inner layers of the vagina, which can stretch and contract.

Overexertion

The condition of straining or putting too much effort beyond one's physical or mental capacity, which may lead to injury or exhaustion.