selenosis
/ˌsɛləˈnoʊsɪs/
noun
- A medical condition caused by poisoning from too much selenium, often leading to hair loss, nail problems, and nerve damage.
- Farmers in selenium-rich soil areas must watch for signs of selenosis in their livestock.
- The patient was diagnosed with selenosis after years of taking high-dose selenium supplements.
- Symptoms of selenosis include brittle nails, a garlic-like breath odor, and fatigue.