photosensitivity
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- noun
- /ˌfoʊtəʊsɪnˈsɪtɪvɪti/
- Specialized
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fotosensibilidad
- Previous studies by the plant science research group at NC State found that only a small number of genes control photosensitivity.
- photosensitivity rash
Examples
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Among the adverse effects are arthropathy and chondrotoxicity, Achilles tendon rupture in the elderly, photosensitivity, and QTc prolongation.
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Another thing to think about is people with skin cancer or diseases that cause photosensitivity (like lupus).
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Its symptoms include extreme photosensitivity.
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Rarely, skin rashes and photosensitivity are reported during the treatment of pyrazinamide.
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Pirfenidone can cause gastrointestinal (dyspepsia and anorexia) and dermatological (photosensitivity) side effects.
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Skin biopsies, serologic screening, or other investigations may be necessary to differentiate the flush of rosacea from facial contact dermatitis, lupus erythematosus, or photosensitivity.
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People with photosensitivity must take special precautions when outdoors to avoid sunburns.
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Certain medications can increase the risk of photosensitivity, leading to skin reactions after sun exposure.
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When experiencing photosensitivity, individuals can develop rashes or blisters after only a short time in the sunlight.
Synonyms
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Bright light makes your eyes hurt or feel uncomfortable
How Sensitive
- Specialized
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- Specialized
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Surface Forms
Morphology
photosensitivity = photosensitive (semi-transparent) = photo + sensitive + ity
The noun is formed regularly from photosensitive + -ity, but the meaning is a specialized medical one.
Etymology
Photosensitivity begins with photo- meaning 'light', as in the common word photograph, and ends with sensitivity meaning 'easy to feel or react to'. So photosensitivity is when a person or thing is more easily affected by light, which is why sunlight or some medicines can cause sunburns or rashes.