noun
- a toxic condition caused by excessive intake or absorption of iodine or iodine compounds
Usage: medical term; also called iodine poisoning
Examples
- Prolonged use of iodine supplements can lead to iodism if not properly monitored.
- The patient developed iodism after consuming excessive amounts of iodized salt.
- Symptoms of iodism include skin rashes, swelling of the salivary glands, and metallic taste.
- Healthcare providers warn against self-medicating with iodine to avoid iodism.
- Iodism can cause thyroid dysfunction if the condition persists untreated.