What is another word for granular ophthalmia?
Pronunciation: [ɡɹˈanjʊləɹ ɒfθˈalmi͡ə] (IPA) 
Granular ophthalmia is a rare eye condition characterized by the deposition of granules or bumps on the surface of the eye. This condition is also known as granular conjunctivitis, follicular conjunctivitis, or trachoma. Trachoma is the most common synonym for granular ophthalmia and is a contagious bacterial infection that can cause scarring of the eyelids and damage to the cornea. Follicular conjunctivitis is another synonym for granular ophthalmia characterized by inflammation and swelling of the conjunctiva, which is the protective membrane covering the eye. Granular conjunctivitis is another name for the same condition marked by granular deposits on the conjunctiva.
