Eccrine acrospiromas are skin tumors found on the palms and soles. The spelling of this medical term can be explained using IPA phonetic transcription. The first word, "eccrine," is pronounced as "ˈɛkrɪn." The "e" is pronounced as "eh," the "c" as "k," and the "r" as a slight roll of the tongue. The second word, "acrospiromas," is pronounced as "ˌækrəʊ,spaɪˈrəʊməz." The "a" is pronounced as "uh," the "o" as "oh," and the "i" as "eye."
Eccrine Acrospiromas are a type of benign skin tumor that arise from the eccrine (sweat) glands and present as small, typically solitary nodules on the skin. These tumors are generally found on the hands, feet, fingers, or toes, but can occur in other areas of the body as well. Eccrine Acrospiromas are thought to develop from the spiradenoma subtype of sweat gland tumors, which are composed of a combination of sweat gland cells and hair follicle cells.
Clinically, Eccrine Acrospiromas appear as firm, flesh-colored or pinkish papules, often measuring less than 1 centimeter in diameter. They are usually painless, slow-growing, and do not cause any symptoms, such as itching or bleeding. Rarely, they may become tender or inflamed.
Histologically, Eccrine Acrospiromas are characterized by a well-demarcated nodule with a mixture of structures resembling sweat ducts, hair follicles, and cystic spaces. The tumor is typically composed of small, uniform cells with pale cytoplasm, arranged in a solid or tubular pattern. Eccrine Acrospiromas are considered benign, meaning they do not spread to other parts of the body or pose a threat to overall health. Surgical excision is the standard treatment for Eccrine Acrospiromas, with excellent prognosis and minimal risk of recurrence after complete removal. However, periodic follow-up may be recommended to monitor for any potential changes or signs of malignancy.
The word "eccrine acrospiromas" is a medical term that combines two different terms: "eccrine" and "acrospiromas".
1. "Eccrine" is derived from the Latin word "eccrinus", meaning "secreting" or "excreting". It refers to the sweat glands in the human body.
2. "Acrospiromas" is derived from two parts: "acro-" (from the Greek word "akros"), meaning "extremity" or "highest point", and "spiromas" (from the Greek word "spira"), meaning "coil" or "spiral". Acrospiromas refer to benign skin tumors or growths originating from the sweat glands, particularly in the extremities (such as fingers, toes, etc.).