How Do You Spell POLYTRICHIA?

Pronunciation: [pˌɒlɪtɹˈɪki͡ə] (IPA)

Polytrichia is a term used in biology to describe the presence of many hairs on the surface of a plant or animal. The word is spelled as "pɒlɪˈtrɪkɪə" in the International Phonetic Alphabet. The first syllable is pronounced with a short "o" sound and the letter "y" is replaced with a schwa sound. The word ends with the letters "ia" pronounced as "ɪə" with a slight pause between them. Correct spelling is crucial in scientific writing to avoid confusion and ensure accurate communication of ideas.

POLYTRICHIA Meaning and Definition

1. Polytrichia refers to the excessive growth or presence of hair in an abnormal or unusual manner on the body or specific areas of the body. It is a medical condition that causes the growth of excess hair, often in places where hair does not normally grow or in larger quantities than is typical. Polytrichia can manifest in both men and women and may affect individuals of all ages, including infants.

   The term "polytrichia" is derived from the Greek roots "poly-" meaning "many" and "trichia" meaning "hairs". This condition can be caused by various factors such as hormonal imbalances, genetic predisposition, medications, or certain underlying medical conditions.

   Polytrichia can occur in different areas of the body, including the face, chest, back, arms, legs, and hands. The excessive growth of hair can result in symptoms such as increased thickness, darkening, and coarseness of the hair. This condition can cause significant distress and self-esteem issues for affected individuals due to the visible and socially stigmatizing nature of excess hair growth.

   Treatment options for polytrichia may vary depending on the underlying cause and severity of the condition. Common interventions include hormonal therapy, medications that slow down hair growth, laser hair removal, and other cosmetic procedures. It is important for individuals experiencing excess hair growth to consult with a healthcare professional or dermatologist to determine the most appropriate course of action for their specific case.

2. Hypertrichosis, hirsuties, pilosis, polytrichosis, excessive hairiness.

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

Common Misspellings for POLYTRICHIA

• oolytrichia
• lolytrichia
• -olytrichia
• 0olytrichia
• pilytrichia
• pklytrichia
• pllytrichia
• pplytrichia
• p0lytrichia
• p9lytrichia
• pokytrichia
• popytrichia
• pooytrichia
• polttrichia
• polgtrichia
• polhtrichia
• polutrichia
• pol7trichia
• pol6trichia
• polyrrichia

Etymology of POLYTRICHIA

The word "polytrichia" is derived from the combination of two Greek roots: "poly" meaning "many" or "much", and "trichia" meaning "hair". Therefore, "polytrichia" refers to an excessive growth of hair or the condition of having an abnormal amount of hair.