Xerophthalmia Synonyms

zîrəf-thălmē-ə
Abnormal dryness of the conjunctiva and cornea of the eyes; may be due to a systemic deficiency of vitamin A
(Noun)
Synonyms:
  1. xerophthalmus
  2. xeroma
  3. conjunctivitis arida

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.