selenosis

/səlɪˈnɒsɪs/

Definitions

1. noun

A pathological condition characterized by an abnormal accumulation of selenium in the body, often caused by the consumption of selenium-rich foods or exposure to selenium-containing compounds.

“The patient’s selenosis was a result of eating too many selenium-rich Brazil nuts.”

Synonyms

  • selenium toxicity
  • selenuria

Antonyms

  • selenium deficiency