Photophobia

:For the pathologic fear of light see the article on -phobia

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Photophobia (also light sensitivity) is a symptom of excessive sensitivity to light and the aversion to sunlight or well-lit places. Patients with photophobia usually seek the shelter of a dark room. Patients may develop photophobia as a result of several different medical conditions, related to the eye or the nervous system. Photophobia of acute onset should be reviewed by a doctor as soon as possible as this could be a sign of meningitis.

Related Topics:
Symptom - Meningitis

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Common disorders which lead to photophobia are migraines, meningitis, encephalitis, conjunctivitis, aphakia and iritis.

Related Topics:
Migraine - Meningitis - Encephalitis - Conjunctivitis - Aphakia - Iritis

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