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Nyctalopia

/ˌnɪk.təˈloʊ.pi.ə/noun
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Nyctalopia, often called night blindness, is a condition where individuals struggle to see in low-light environments, such as at dusk or in dimly lit rooms. It typically arises from issues like vitamin A deficiency or retinal disorders, affecting daily activities like driving at night and underscoring the eye's remarkable adaptation to varying light levels.

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