Xerophthalmia Definition

zîrəf-thălmē-ə
noun
A form of conjunctivitis characterized by a dry and lusterless condition of the eyeball and caused by a deficiency of vitamin A.
Webster's New World
Synonyms:
  • xeroma
  • xerophthalmus
  • conjunctivitis arida

Other Word Forms of Xerophthalmia

Noun

Singular:
xerophthalmia
Plural:
xerophthalmias

Origin of Xerophthalmia

Xerophthalmia Sentence Examples

  • People deficient in retinoids suffer night blindness and dryness of the eyes (xerophthalmia ).

  • Helps you see in dim light and prevents xerophthalmia.

  • Severe vitamin A deficiency can result in xerophthalmia, a disease that, if left untreated, results in total blindness.

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