Erythromelalgia
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ɪˌɹɪθɹəmɛˈlæld͡ʒ(ɪ)ə/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Erythromelalgia is a noun meaning A rare neurovascular peripheral pain disorder in which blood vessels, usually in the lower extremities or hands, are episodically blocked, then become hyperemic and inflamed.
Meaning
A rare neurovascular peripheral pain disorder in which blood vessels, usually in the lower extremities or hands, are episodically blocked, then become hyperemic and inflamed.
Example Sentences
Brisky, who has short silver hair, now helps with Lydia’s care overnight, which is her worst time because her erythromelalgia flares prevent Lydia from getting up and handling some things herself, and standing and moving aggravates it.
Synonyms for erythromelalgia
Depending on context, synonyms include acromelalgia, erythermalgia.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include erythermalgia, erythralgia, erythroprosopalgia, acromelalgia, erythrodysaesthesia, erythematotelangiectasia.
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