xerophthalmia
/ˌzɪrɑfˈθælmiə/
noun
- A medical condition in which the eyes become dry and inflamed, often caused by a lack of vitamin A.
- In developing countries, xerophthalmia is a leading cause of preventable blindness.
- The doctor diagnosed the child with xerophthalmia due to a poor diet.
- Eating foods rich in vitamin A can help prevent xerophthalmia.