Sidekalvad
Sidekalvad, known in medical terms as the conjunctiva, is a thin mucous membrane that lines the inside of the eyelids (palpebral conjunctiva) and covers the anterior surface of the eyeball (bulbar conjunctiva). The two parts meet at the fornix, a recess that forms the junction between the lid margin and the globe.
Histology and anatomy: The conjunctival epithelium is typically non-keratinized and stratified, with goblet cells that secrete
Functions: The conjunctiva provides a protective barrier against dust and micro-organisms, contributes to lubrication and tear
Clinical relevance: Inflammation of the conjunctiva is called conjunctivitis and can be caused by infections (bacterial