How Do You Spell ACRODYNIA?

Pronunciation: [ˌakɹədˈɪni͡ə] (IPA)

Acrodynia is a medical term that refers to pain and discomfort in the extremities. The word is pronounced /ˌækrəˈdaɪniə/, with stress on the second syllable. The first syllable is pronounced with a short "a" sound, the second syllable with a schwa, and the third syllable with a long "i" sound. The final syllable ends with an "a" sound. This rare condition is typically caused by exposure to certain chemicals, such as mercury, and can lead to inflammation, rashes, and other symptoms.

ACRODYNIA Meaning and Definition

1. Acrodynia, a medical condition also referred to as pink disease or Swift disease, is a rare disorder primarily affecting infants and young children. It is characterized by a distinct set of symptoms, including skin discoloration, swelling, and pain in the extremities, predominantly the hands and feet. The condition typically arises due to mercury poisoning, which can occur through exposure to certain medications, especially those containing mercury-based compounds, or by consuming foods contaminated with mercury.

   In acrodynia, the affected individuals may exhibit a range of symptoms beyond the extremity-related issues. These may include irritability, sleep disturbances, weight loss, profuse sweating, excessive salivation, a distinctive pinkish-red rash, and an elevated heart rate. It is important to note that the condition is not contagious, as it results from the body's reaction to mercury rather than a pathogenic infection.

   The diagnosis of acrodynia is usually made by considering the presenting symptoms and history of potential exposure to mercury. Additionally, blood and urine tests may be conducted to measure the levels of mercury in the body and confirm the diagnosis. Treatment primarily focuses on eliminating the source of mercury exposure and providing supportive care, which may involve the administration of chelation therapy to remove mercury from the body.

   Due to increased awareness and regulations regarding the use of mercury in medications and household products, cases of acrodynia have significantly declined. However, vigilance is still necessary to prevent exposure to mercury and promptly identify and manage the condition if it does occur.

2. 1. An epidemic which prevailed in Paris in 1828, marked by pain in the extremities, especially the legs and feet, accompanied by contractures, an eruption of patches of erythema, and sometimes digestive disturbances; supposed to have been pellagra, ergotism, or dengue. 2. Multiple neuritis of the fingers or toes.

   A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.

Common Misspellings for ACRODYNIA

• zcrodynia
• scrodynia
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• aceodynia
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Etymology of ACRODYNIA

The word "Acrodynia" derives from Greek roots. It is a compound word consisting of "acro" meaning "extremity" or "end", and "dynia" meaning "pain". The term was coined in the early 20th century to describe a medical condition characterized by pain in the extremities. It was particularly used to refer to a condition called "pink disease", which occurred primarily in children and was associated with exposure to mercury.

Similar spelling words for ACRODYNIA

• agrotown,
• acridine,
• accordion,
• accordian,
• acridinae,
• acaridian,
• accordeon,
• ageratina,
• button-accordion,
• accordion-pleated,
• Acritan,
• Acridian,
• Acaridan,
• piano-accordion,
• au gratin,
• acaridean,
• acridin,
• acridone,
• akkordeon,
• agordon,
• agaritine,
• augarten.

Plural form of ACRODYNIA is ACRODYNIAS