keratosis /ker·a·to·sis/ (ker″ah-to´sis) pl. kerato´ses any horny growth, such as a wart or callosity.keratot´ic
actinic keratosis a sharply outlined verrucous or keratotic growth, which may develop into a cutaneous horn, and may become malignant; it usually occurs in the middle-aged or elderly and is due to excessive exposure to the sun.
keratosis blennorrha´gica keratoderma blennorrhagicum.
keratosis follicula´ris a hereditary form marked by areas of crusting, itching, verrucous papular growths which may fuse to form papillomatous and warty malodorous growths.
inverted follicular keratosis a benign usually solitary epithelial tumor originating in a hair follicle and occurring as a flesh-colored nodule or papule.
keratosis palma´ris et planta´ris palmoplantar keratoderma.
keratosis pharyn´gea that characterized by horny projections from the tonsils and the orifices of the lymph follicles in the pharyngeal walls.
keratosis pila´ris hyperkeratosis limited to the hair follicles.
keratosis puncta´ta a hereditary hyperkeratosis in which the lesions are localized in multiple points on the palms and soles.
seborrheic keratosis , keratosis seborrhe´ica a benign tumor of epidermal origin, marked by soft friable plaques with slight to intense pigmentation, most often on the face, trunk, and limbs.
senile keratosis , solar keratosis actinic k.
keratosis blen·nor·rhag·i·ca (bl n  -r j  -k)n. The formation of pustules and crusts on the skin, usually affecting the palms, soles, toes, and glans penis, associated with Reiter's syndrome. Also called keratoderma blennorrhagicum. |
Want to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit the webmaster's page for free fun content.
| ?Page tools | ||
|---|---|---|
|