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keratoderma

 

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Noun keratoderma has 1 sense
  1. keratoderma, keratodermia - any skin disorder consisting of a growth that appears horny
    --1 is a kind of skin disease, disease of the skin, skin disorder, skin problem, skin condition

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Keratoderma

Keratoderma refers to a group of skin disorders characterized by thickening of the outer layer of the epidermis, known as the stratum corneum. It can affect the palms of the hands, soles of the feet, or both.

Definitions:

1. Noun: Keratoderma

A dermatological condition where there is abnormal thickening of the skin on the palms of the hands and soles of the feet.

Example: The patient was diagnosed with hereditary keratoderma, which causes painful calluses on the feet.

2. Noun: Punctate Keratoderma

A type of keratoderma characterized by small, discrete areas of thickened skin.

Example: Punctate keratoderma typically appears as tiny, rough bumps on the palms of the hands.

3. Noun: Palmoplantar Keratoderma

A form of keratoderma that affects both the palms of the hands and the soles of the feet simultaneously.

Example: Palmoplantar keratoderma can cause significant discomfort and difficulty in walking due to the thickened skin on the feet.

4. Adjective: Keratodermatous

Describing something related to or characterized by keratoderma.

Example: The patient's keratodermatous condition required regular exfoliation and moisturization.

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