Eye discharge

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Eye Discharge

Eye discharge, also known as Rheum, is a combination of mucus, oil, skin cells and other debris that accumulates in the corner of your eye while you sleep. It can be wet and sticky or dry and crusty, depending on how much of the liquid content has evaporated. Other terms for eye discharge include "sleep" or "sleep in your eyes".

Pronunciation

Eye Discharge: /aɪ dɪsˈtʃɑːrdʒ/

Etymology

The term "Eye Discharge" is derived from the Middle English "dischargen" which means to relieve of a charge or load. The term "Rheum" is derived from the Greek "rheuma" which means a flow or stream.

Related Terms

  • Conjunctivitis: An inflammation or infection of the outer membrane of the eyeball and the inner eyelid. It is commonly referred to as "pink eye".
  • Blepharitis: An inflammation of the eyelids in which they become red, irritated and itchy with dandruff-like scales that form on the eyelashes.
  • Dry Eye Syndrome: A condition in which a person doesn't have enough quality tears to lubricate and nourish the eye.
  • Keratitis: An inflammation of the cornea — the clear, dome-shaped tissue on the front of your eye that covers the pupil and iris.
  • Epiphora: An abnormal overflow of tears due to insufficient tear film drainage from the eyes.

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