Acanthosis (Noun)
Meaning
An abnormal but benign thickening of the prickle-cell layer of the skin (as in psoriasis).
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- The patient's skin biopsy revealed acanthosis, a common feature of psoriasis, characterized by an abnormal thickening of the epidermis.
- Acanthosis nigricans is a type of skin condition that causes dark, velvety skin patches, often in the folds and creases of the body.
- The dermatologist diagnosed the patient with acanthosis, a benign skin condition that can cause thickening and scaling of the skin.
- In people with insulin resistance, acanthosis nigricans can be a visible sign of the underlying metabolic disorder.
- The histopathological examination of the skin sample showed acanthosis, a hallmark of psoriatic lesions, which is characterized by an abnormal proliferation of keratinocytes.