What is another word for snow blindness?
Pronunciation: [snˈə͡ʊ blˈa͡ɪndnəs] (IPA) 
Snow blindness refers to a temporary visual impairment caused due to overexposure of the eyes to the ultraviolet radiation of the sun, which is reflected off the snow. Some synonyms for snow blindness include photokeratitis, UV keratitis, and welder's flash. Photokeratitis is a condition that is caused due to exposure to intense light and is commonly known as "sunburn of the eyes." UV keratitis is caused by exposure to UV radiation from the sun, as well as other sources such as tanning beds, lasers, and welding arcs. Welder's flash is a condition that affects those who work with hot metals and is caused by exposure to UV radiation.
