Xerophthalmia
Definition & Meaning
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Xerophthalmia is a noun meaning (ophthalmology) A condition due to a deficiency of vitamin A where the conjunctiva and cornea become dry. The condition starts with conjunctival xerosis and night blindness and progresses to corneal xerosis and, later, a severe condition called keratomalacia.
Meaning
(ophthalmology) A condition due to a deficiency of vitamin A where the conjunctiva and cornea become dry. The condition starts with conjunctival xerosis and night blindness and progresses to corneal xerosis and, later, a severe condition called keratomalacia.
Word Forms
- xerophthalmias
Synonyms for xerophthalmia
Depending on context, synonyms include xerophthalmos, xerophthalmus.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include xerophthalmus, xerophthalmos, xerophthalmy, xeropthalmia, xeroma, keratomalacia.
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