| − | '''Conjunctivitis''' (also known as ''pinkeye'') is [[inflammation]] of the mucous membranes surrounding the [[eye]] causing the area to become red and irritated. The membranes may be irritated because of exposure to heat, cold or chemicals. | + | '''Conjunctivitis''' (also known as ''pinkeye'') is "[[inflammation]] of the mucous membranes surrounding the [[eye]] causing the area to become red and irritated. The membranes may be irritated because of exposure to heat, cold or chemicals. This condition is also caused by [[viruses]], [[bacteria]] or allergies."<ref>http://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/about/terms/glossary.htm#c</ref> |