Serpiginous

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Serpiginous

Serpiginous (pronunciation: /sɜːˈpɪdʒɪnəs/) is a term used in medicine to describe a lesion or physical finding that spreads in a winding or snakelike pattern. The term is derived from the Latin word "serpigo", which means "creeping" or "crawling".

Definition

In medical terminology, serpiginous refers to a lesion or physical finding that spreads in a winding or snakelike pattern. This term is often used in dermatology to describe the appearance of certain skin conditions, such as cutaneous larva migrans and serpiginous choroiditis.

Etymology

The term serpiginous comes from the Latin word "serpigo", which means "creeping" or "crawling". This is in reference to the characteristic pattern of spread seen in conditions described as serpiginous.

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