morphea

/mɔrˈfiːə/

Definitions

1. noun

A chronic skin disease characterized by discoid patches of atrophy and scarring.

“The patient was diagnosed with morphea, a rare autoimmune disorder.”

2. noun

A type of scleroderma, specifically a rare form of localized scleroderma.

“Morphea is a subtype of autoimmune disease that affects the skin.”

Synonyms

  • localized scleroderma
  • scleroderma

Antonyms

  • acne
  • psoriasis