scleroderm

/sklerəˈdɜːrm/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of skin disease characterized by the hardening and tightening of the skin, often resulting in a loss of flexibility and mobility.

“The patient was diagnosed with a rare form of scleroderma that required ongoing medical treatment.”

Synonyms

  • scleroderma
  • systemic sclerosis

Antonyms

  • dermabrasion
  • skin regeneration