Definition of Allergic conjunctivitis
Allergic conjunctivitis: Inflammation of the whites of the eyes (conjunctivae), with itching, redness, and tearing, due to allergy. Last Editorial Review: 3/19/2012 Back to MedTerms online medical dictionary A-Z List 
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