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photoretinitis

/ˌfəʊ.təʊˌret.ɪˈnaɪ.tɪs/

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noun

/ˌfəʊ.təʊˌret.ɪˈnaɪ.tɪs/C2formalmedical
  • ruМедицинское состояние, связанное с повреждением сетчатки, вызванным незащищённым воздействием солнечного света на глаз.

A medical condition involving damage to the retina caused by unprotected exposure of the eye to sunlight.

uncountable

  1. Solar retinopathyC2formalmedical

    Damage to the retina caused by prolonged or intense exposure to sunlight, especially when looking directly at the sun without proper eye protection.

    ruСолнечная ретинопатия

    • The patient was diagnosed with photoretinitis after viewing a solar eclipse without glasses.
    • Wearing certified eclipse glasses is crucial to prevent photoretinitis.
    • Symptoms of photoretinitis include blurred vision and central blind spots.
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