stereokeemia

Stereokeemia is a fictional medical concept used in science fiction and speculative narratives to describe a condition in which prolonged exposure to stereoscopic imagery or immersive virtual reality triggers a dynamic change in blood chemistry and brain metabolism, producing a cluster of symptoms. It is not recognized in current medical literature or clinical practice.

The term blends stereo meaning three-dimensional perception with the suffix -emia, following conventions of medical terminology that describe blood or biochemical states. In fictional depictions, stereokeemia can be described as a systemic effect or as a disruption localized to visual processing and associated neural networks.

Symptoms commonly attributed to stereokeemia include dizziness, nausea, headaches, fatigue, and sensitivity to light or motion. Cognitive effects such as a transient fog, impaired concentration, and mood changes may accompany acute episodes. Diagnosis in stories relies on invented tools, such as a stereokemia index measured by neuroimaging or blood-based markers, and on clinical assessment of exposure history. Treatments emphasize reducing or stopping stereoscopic stimuli, graduated exposure or desensitization, rest, and supportive care; experimental pharmacological approaches appear in some narratives.

Stereokeemia is used to explore the potential physiological consequences of immersive media and the ethical issues surrounding advanced display technologies. It has appeared in a range of media, from novels to video games, as a cautionary motif about sensory overload and the need for balanced integration of technology into daily life.