amyotrophia

/ˌæmɪəˈtrɒfiə/

Definitions

1. noun

a rare, congenital or acquired disease characterized by the progressive degeneration of the motor neurons in the central nervous system, leading to muscle weakness, wasting, and paralysis.

“The doctor diagnosed the patient with amyotrophia, which explained the sudden loss of muscle control and mobility.”

Synonyms

  • motor neuron disease
  • muscular dystrophy

Antonyms

  • muscle hypertrophy
  • neuroplasticity