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chrysiasis
(krĭ-siĀ“ә-sis)
deposition of gold particles in the tissues as a result of prolonged or excessive parenteral chrysotherapy, which commonly causes adverse reactions consisting primarily of dermatitis, stomatitis, or transient mild proteinuria; more
serious toxicity involves the hematopoietic system, liver, kidney, eye (cornea, lens), or other vital organs.
chrysoderma.

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