amylosis

/əˈmɪləsɪs/

Definitions

1. noun

a disease of starch-containing tissues, especially the pancreas, in which the starch is converted into a hard, insoluble substance

“The patient was diagnosed with amylosis, which required immediate medical attention.”

Synonyms

  • diabetes
  • pancreatic disease

Antonyms

  • healthy pancreas
  • normal starch metabolism