Paronychia
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ˌpæɹəˈnɪki.ə/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Paronychia is a noun meaning (medicine) An infection under the cuticle of a fingernail or toenail.
Meaning
(medicine) An infection under the cuticle of a fingernail or toenail.
Word Forms
- paronychias
- paronychiae
Synonyms for paronychia
Depending on context, synonyms include whitlow.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include monilial, onychosis, onychopathy, whitlow, onycholysis, onychomycosis.
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