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xerophthalmia

 

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Noun xerophthalmia has 1 sense
  1. xerophthalmia, xerophthalmus, xeroma, conjunctivitis arida - abnormal dryness of the conjunctiva and cornea of the eyes; may be due to a systemic deficiency of vitamin A
    --1 is a kind of dryness, waterlessness, xerotes

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Xerophthalmia


Definition:

Xerophthalmia refers to a medical condition characterized by dryness and inflammation of the conjunctiva and cornea of the eyes, often due to a deficiency of vitamin A.


Examples:

Noun

  1. Severe xerophthalmia can lead to vision impairment if left untreated.
  2. The doctor diagnosed the patient with xerophthalmia.

Adjective

  1. She experienced xerophthalmic symptoms after prolonged exposure to dry air.
  2. Proper nutrition and regular eye examinations can help prevent xerophthalmic conditions.

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