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keratonosis

keratonosis

9.9
A problem of the top layer of skin that changes how it looks or feels
  • noun
  • /ˌkɛrəˈtoʊnəsɪs/
  • Specialized
translation icon : queratosis
  • The dermatologist diagnosed her with keratonosis after examining the thickened patches on her arms.

Examples

  • Patients with chronic keratonosis are often advised to avoid excessive sun exposure.

  • The doctor diagnosed her with keratonosis after examining her skin.

  • Certain forms of keratonosis may require ongoing treatment to manage the symptoms.

  • Many patients suffer from keratonoses due to genetic factors.

  • The dermatologist diagnosed her with keratonosis after examining the thickened patches on her skin.

  • Certain forms of keratonosis may require ongoing treatment to manage symptoms effectively.

  • Patients with chronic keratonosis are often advised to avoid excessive sun exposure to protect their skin.

Synonyms

skin disease
vskeratonosis
5 3.3

A problem that affects the skin, causing redness or itching

is confined to the outermost surface layer rather than deeper tissues
skin disorder
vskeratonosis
  • Specialized
1 3.6

A health problem that makes the skin red, sore, or itchy

is about abnormalities of the outermost layer not the whole surface
dermatosis
vskeratonosis
  • Specialized
1 8.8

A skin disease that causes spots or bumps that are usually not red

is broader, covering any outer layer abnormality not only lesion types
disease of the skin
vskeratonosis
3.2

A condition that makes the skin red, sore, or itchy

is limited to the outermost surface layer rather than general surface illness

Surface Forms

keratonosis singular
keratonoses plural

Morphology

keratonosis = kerat + osis

The components 'kerat' and 'osis' are not standalone English words, and the medical meaning is not transparently derived from familiar English morphemes.

Etymology

Keratonosis comes from the Greek root kerat- meaning 'horn' and the ending -osis meaning 'a condition', and it shares the same root as keratin, the hard material in skin and nails. So, keratonosis is any condition of the outer skin where the skin becomes thick or hard, like a horn.