atrophoderma

/ˌætrəˈfɒdrəmə, ˌæt-rə-ˈfɑː-drəmə/

Definitions

1. noun

A rare skin disorder characterized by patches of discolored, thinned skin, often associated with vitamin deficiencies or systemic diseases.

“The patient was diagnosed with atrophoderma, which led the doctor to investigate her dietary habits and supplement intake.”

Synonyms

  • dermopathy
  • vitiligo
  • xeroderma

Antonyms

  • hyperderma
  • hypertrichosis