How Do You Spell HYPOHIDROSIS?

Pronunciation: [hˌa͡ɪpə͡ʊhɪdɹˈə͡ʊsɪs] (IPA)

Hypohidrosis is a medical condition characterized by decreased sweating. The word is spelled in a way that reflects its Greek roots. The prefix "hypo-" means "under" or "less than," while the root "hidr-" means "sweat." The suffix "-osis" indicates a medical condition. The IPA transcription of the word is /haɪpoʊhɪˈdroʊsɪs/, with the stress placed on the second syllable. This transcription helps to break down the word into its component sounds and makes it easier to understand and pronounce.

HYPOHIDROSIS Meaning and Definition

1. Hypohidrosis is a medical term used to describe a condition characterized by abnormally decreased or insufficient sweating. It is derived from the Greek words "hypo," meaning below, and "hidrosis," meaning sweat. This condition occurs when the body is unable to produce an appropriate amount of sweat to regulate its temperature, leading to an impaired ability to cool down.

   In individuals with hypohidrosis, the sweat glands may not function properly, resulting in reduced or even negligible sweat production. This can pose serious health risks as sweating plays a crucial role in regulating body temperature. Sweat is responsible for dissipating heat from the body's surface through evaporation, maintaining normal body temperature, and preventing overheating.

   Hypohidrosis can manifest as a primary or secondary condition. Primary hypohidrosis refers to cases where the impaired sweat production is not associated with any other underlying medical conditions. On the other hand, secondary hypohidrosis occurs as a result of an underlying condition or external factors, such as nerve damage, certain medications, or certain skin diseases.

   Symptoms of hypohidrosis may include dry or cool skin, reduced ability to tolerate heat, frequent overheating, and a lack of visible sweat during physical activity or in high-temperature environments.

   The treatment for hypohidrosis depends on the underlying cause and severity of the condition. In some cases, addressing the primary condition or discontinuing the use of medications may help improve sweat production. Additionally, individuals with hypohidrosis are often advised to take extra precautions in high-temperature environments, use cooling aids, and maintain adequate hydration levels to prevent overheating and heat-related complications.

2. Diminished perspiration.

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

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Etymology of HYPOHIDROSIS

The word "hypohidrosis" is derived from the Greek roots "hypo", meaning "under" or "less", and "hidrōs", meaning "sweat". Thus, "hypohidrosis" refers to a condition characterized by decreased sweating or the reduced ability to produce sweat.

Plural form of HYPOHIDROSIS is HYPOHIDROSES