mydriasis
IPA: mˈɪdɝˈaɪʌsʌs
noun
- (medicine) The condition of having abnormally large and dilated pupils due to illness or narcotics, particularly stimulants such as methamphetamine, cocaine, etc.
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Examples of "mydriasis" in Sentences
- Dilation of the pupil is mydriasis.
- Consequently, it is used to treat mydriasis.
- LSD causes mydriasis in man and other species.
- The opposite, mydriasis, is the dilation of the pupil.
- It is used to reverse mydriasis after eye examination.
- The mechanism of mydriasis depends on the agent being used.
- Natural release of the hormone oxytocin can cause mild to moderate mydriasis.
- Cyclomydril is used if strong mydriasis is needed for a surgical intervention.
- Like other sympathomimetic amines, amphetamine can induce transient mydriasis.