Blastophthoria is a complex medical term that refers to an inflammation of the eyes, often caused by a bacterial infection. It is spelled b-l-a-s-t-o-p-h-t-h-o-r-i-a and is pronounced /blæstəʊfˈθɔːrɪə/ using International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA). The first syllable is stressed, followed by a soft "o" sound and a "th" sound. The second part of the word is pronounced with a silent "h" and the emphasis on the second syllable. Due to its complexity, blastophthoria is rarely used outside of a medical context, but its correct spelling is important for accurate diagnosis and treatment of eye infections.
Degeneration of the germ cells as a result of poisoning by syphilis, lead, alcohol, opium, etc.
A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.