iodism

/ˈaɪəˌdɪzəm/
noun
  1. 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.
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