xerophthalmia

Meanings

• Noun

  A condition caused by a deficiency of vitamin A, characterized by dryness of the conjunctiva and cornea, and leading to blindness if untreated.

  - "Xerophthalmia is a serious condition that can lead to blindness."
  - "The patient was diagnosed with xerophthalmia due to a lack of vitamin A in his diet."

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Variants

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xerophthalmia , xerophthalmias , xerophthalmic

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Etymology

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From the Greek words xero- (dry) and ophthalmia (eye inflammation)

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Trivia

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1. Xerophthalmia is a leading cause of childhood blindness in developing countries.

2. The earliest recorded case of xerophthalmia dates back to ancient Egypt.

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Related Concepts

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1. Vitamin A deficiency: Xerophthalmia is a result of a deficiency in vitamin A, which is essential for maintaining healthy vision.

2. Nutritional deficiency: Xerophthalmia is an example of a condition caused by a nutritional deficiency.

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Culture

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Xerophthalmia is a significant health concern in areas where malnutrition is prevalent, especially among children.

How to Memorize "xerophthalmia"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a dry, inflamed eye condition that can lead to blindness.
   - Imagine a person suffering from xerophthalmia, with dry, cracked eyes.

2. associate
   

   - Associate xerophthalmia with a lack of vitamin A and dry eyes.
   - Remember that xerophthalmia is a condition that can cause blindness.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'X-dry eyes-R-resulting in-B-blindness' to remember the meaning of xerophthalmia.

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