Chemosis of the Conjunctiva (Photo)

This closup of the eye shows a grossly swollen conjunctiva. This chemosis occurs typically as an allergic response, though you can see a similary appearance with any irritation. The slit-beam of light in this picture hilights the transillumination you see in this condition (ie. the chemotic fluid is clear and not red like blood).

This snapshot was taken from our chemosis video, which you may want to look at to get a better idea how chemosis looks.