sacrodynia

/ˌsækroʊdaɪˈniːə/

Definitions

1. noun

a condition characterized by pain or numbness in the hand or wrist caused by prolonged exposure to certain chemicals, especially those used in the manufacture of the plastic polyvinyl chloride (PVC).

“After months of working in the PVC factory, John began experiencing symptoms of sacrodynia in his left hand.”

Synonyms

  • CVC syndrome
  • chemical neuritis

Antonyms

  • none