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[n] sensitivity to the action of radiant energy |
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PHOTOSENSITIVITY is a 16 letter word that starts with P. |
| | Synonyms: | | radiosensitivity |
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| | See Also: | | sensibility, sensitiveness, sensitivity |
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| Medical Dictionary |
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| | Definition: | | Oversensitivity of the skin to sunlight or other radiant energy, sometimes following exposure to sensitizing chemicals or drugs, resulting in accelerated burning of the skin by ultraviolet (UV) light; possible effects range from itching and swelling to skin cancer. |
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