How Do You Spell ICHTHYOSIS?

Pronunciation: [ˌɪkθɪˈə͡ʊsɪs] (IPA)

Ichthyosis is a skin disorder characterized by dry, scaling, and thickened skin. Despite its intimidating appearance and complex name, the spelling of "ichthyosis" is quite straightforward when using the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA). The phonetic transcription of "ichthyosis" is ɪkθiəʊsᵻs. Breaking down the IPA spelling, the "ch" is pronounced as a voiceless palatal fricative, the "th" is voiced dental fricative, and the "s" is voiceless alveolar sibilant. Despite being a mouthful to pronounce, it is spelled phonetically as it sounds, making it relatively easy to remember.

ICHTHYOSIS Meaning and Definition

1. Ichthyosis is a dermatological disorder that falls under a group of genetic skin conditions known as the ichthyoses. It is characterized by the presence of dry, scaly skin that resembles fish scales, hence its name derived from the Greek word "ichthys" meaning fish.

   This condition affects the natural shedding process of the skin, leading to a buildup of excessive dead skin cells on the surface. This results in the formation of thick, dry scales that can vary in color from whitish to dark. The severity and appearance of the scales can vary significantly among individuals.

   Ichthyosis can be inherited in an autosomal dominant or autosomal recessive pattern, depending on the specific subtype. It usually manifests early in life, typically at birth or within the first few years, and can affect males and females equally.

   Apart from the characteristic skin symptoms, ichthyosis may also be associated with other complications such as redness, itchiness, and skin infections. In some cases, it may be accompanied by other systemic manifestations, including involvement of the eyes, ears, hair, and nails.

   Treatment for ichthyosis typically focuses on managing symptoms and preventing complications. This may include regular use of emollients and moisturizers to keep the skin hydrated, as well as medicated creams or ointments to reduce scale formation. In severe cases, medical intervention may involve oral medications, phototherapy, or specialized procedures to remove thickened skin.

2. Fishskin disease, xeroderma, a congenital rough skin due to a generalized hypertrophy of the horny layer of the epidermis with diminished sweat and sebaceous secretion.

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

3. Fish-skin disease; a papillary, indurated, horny condition of the skin.

   Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

Common Misspellings for ICHTHYOSIS

• uchthyosis
• jchthyosis
• kchthyosis
• ochthyosis
• 9chthyosis
• 8chthyosis
• ixhthyosis
• ivhthyosis
• ifhthyosis
• idhthyosis
• icgthyosis
• icbthyosis
• icnthyosis
• icjthyosis
• icuthyosis
• icythyosis
• ichrhyosis
• ichfhyosis
• ichghyosis
• ichthysim
• ithyosis
• Icthysim
• Ichthosi

Etymology of ICHTHYOSIS

The word "ichthyosis" comes from the Greek words "ichthys", meaning "fish", and "osis", meaning "diseased condition". It was coined in reference to the scaly, dry skin that is characteristic of the disorder, which resembles the scales of a fish.

Similar spelling words for ICHTHYOSIS

• ichthyosaurus,
• ichthyosauria,
• ichthyosaur.

Plural form of ICHTHYOSIS is ICHTHYOSES