Xerophthalmia

Dryness of the eye surfaces caused by deficiency of tears or conjunctival secretions. It may be associated with vitamin A deficiency, trauma, or any condition in which the eyelids do not close completely.

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Tree Number(s): C11.187.810, C11.496.260.892

MeSH Unique ID: D014985

Entry Terms:

• Xerophthalmias

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Diseases Category
Eye Diseases
Conjunctival Diseases
Xerophthalmia

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Diseases Category
Eye Diseases
Lacrimal Apparatus Diseases
Dry Eye Syndromes
Xerophthalmia