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Rhagades
Rhagades (pronunciation: /rəˈɡeɪdz/) are linear tears in the skin, often associated with syphilis, scleroderma, and other skin conditions. They are typically found around the mouth, anus, and hands.
Etymology
The term "rhagades" is derived from the Greek word "rhagas" which means "a fissure or crack".
Related Terms
- Syphilis: A sexually transmitted infection caused by the bacterium Treponema pallidum.
- Scleroderma: A group of autoimmune diseases that may result in changes to the skin, blood vessels, muscles, and internal organs.
- Fissure: A small tear or crack in the tissue that lines the anus or in the skin around the anus where infections can occur.
- Crack: A break or fracture in the skin, usually due to dryness or injury.
See Also
- Dermatology: The branch of medicine dealing with the skin, nails, hair and its diseases.
- Autoimmune disease: A condition arising from an abnormal immune response to a normal body part.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Rhagades
- Wikipedia's article - Rhagades
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