How Do You Spell CHLOASMAS?

Pronunciation: [klˈə͡ʊzməz] (IPA)

"Chloasmas" is a medical term used to describe dark patches of skin that appear on the face during pregnancy or as a result of hormonal changes. The spelling of the word is derived from the Greek word "chloasma" which means "green". In IPA phonetic transcription, the correct pronunciation of "chloasmas" would be /kləʊˈæzməz/. It is important to note that proper pronunciation and spelling of medical terms plays a vital role in effective communication and understanding between healthcare professionals and patients.

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Etymology of CHLOASMAS

The word "chloasma" comes from the Ancient Greek word "chlōasma" (χλωάσμα) which means "greenness" or "green spot". The word is composed of "chlōe" (χλωή) meaning "green" and "-asma" (-άσμα) which is a suffix used to form nouns indicating a condition or state.

Chloasma is a medical term referring to a condition where irregular patches of brown or darkened skin develop, commonly seen on the face. It is often referred to as "melasma" or "mask of pregnancy".