Choroiditis

/ˌkɔr.ɔɪˈdaɪ.tɪs/ noun

Definition

Inflammation of the choroid layer of the eye, which can cause vision problems, floaters, or blurred vision if untreated.

Etymology

From 'choroid' plus the medical suffix '-itis' (inflammation). This clinical term emerged in 19th-century medical literature as ophthalmology became more precise about classifying different eye inflammations.

Kelly Says

Choroiditis can be sneaky—you might not realize your eye's blood vessel layer is inflamed until you notice vision changes, and it can be caused by infections, autoimmune diseases, or trauma to the eye!

Related Words

Explore More Words

Get the Word Orb API

Complete word intelligence in one call. Free tier — 50 lookups/day.