dermatoid
Meanings
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noun
A type of tumor that develops from embryonic rests and resembles the original tissue from which it arises. In the case of a dermatoid cyst, it develops from epidermal cells and contains keratin.
- "She had a dermatoid cyst removed from her temple."
- "The dermatoid tumor was benign and did not require further treatment."
Variants
List of all variants of dermatoid that leads to same resultdermat- , dermato-
Etymology
origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.From the Greek word derma, meaning skin, and eidos, meaning form.
Trivia
Any details, considerations, events or pieces of information regarding the word-
Dermatoid cysts are the most common type of benign cysts in the head and neck region.
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They can occur at any age but are most common in young adults.
Related Concepts
informations on related concepts or terms closely associated with the word. Discuss semantic fields or domains that the word belongs to-
epidermoid cyst: Similar to a dermatoid cyst, but it develops exclusively from epidermal cells.
How to Memorize "dermatoid"
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visualize
- Imagine a small, rounded, and usually painless growth under the skin that contains keratin.
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associate
- Associate the word with skin and formation to remember its meaning.
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mnemonics
- Use the mnemonic 'Dermatoid: Derma forms an Oil Drop' to remember its meaning.
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