The word "parophthalmoncus" is not a commonly used term in English. Its spelling follows the rules of phonetics, as each letter is pronounced distinctively. In IPA transcription, it is spelled as /ˌpær.oʊ.fθælˈmɒŋ.kəs/. The first syllable "paro" is pronounced with an "a" sound like in "father." The second syllable "phthalmo" contains a "phth" sequence, indicating two silent letters "p" and "h". Finally, the last syllable "ncus" is pronounced like "kus." This unique spelling makes it a challenging word even for experienced spellers.
A neoplasm or tumor near the eye.
A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.