Noun
The mucous membrane which covers the external surface of the ball of the eye and the inner surface of the lids; the conjunctival membrane.
Source: Webster's dictionaryConjunctivitis is identified by irritation and redness of the conjunctiva. Source: Internet
Pseudomembranes consist of a combination of inflammatory cells and exudates, and are loosely adherent to the conjunctiva, while true membranes are more tightly adherent and cannot be easily peeled away. Source: Internet