1. Abnormal
sensitivity of the eyes to light. It is a feature of various conditions, including
migraine,
measles,
meningitis,
conjunctivitis,
iritis, and
keratitis. Photophobia may be experienced by persons who are taking or are addicted to certain
drugs. It occurs also in albinos owing to a lack of eye
pigmentation.
2. A morbid or irrational fear of light or of being in well-lighted places. Photophobia is an anxiety disorder more often seen in women than men