photophobia
/ˌfoʊtoʊˈfoʊbiə/
noun
- An abnormal sensitivity or intolerance to light, often causing discomfort or pain in the eyes.
- After the eye exam, she experienced photophobia and had to wear sunglasses indoors.
- People with migraines often suffer from photophobia and need to rest in a dark room.
- The doctor diagnosed photophobia as a side effect of the new medication.
- An extreme or irrational fear of light.
- Therapy helped her manage her photophobia so she could enjoy sunny days again.
- His photophobia made it difficult for him to go outside during the daytime.
- The child's photophobia caused him to panic whenever someone turned on a bright light.