iodism
/ˈaɪəˌdɪzəm/
noun
- Poisoning caused by taking too much iodine, often resulting in a metallic taste, skin rash, and swelling.
- Doctors warned that long-term use of high-dose iodine could lead to iodism.
- Symptoms of iodism include a brassy taste and acne-like skin eruptions.
- The patient developed iodism after taking excessive iodine supplements.