Spongiosis
Spongiosis
Spongiosis (pronunciation: spon-gee-OH-sis) is a pathological term that refers to the presence of intracellular edema in the epidermis, leading to the formation of fluid-filled spaces between keratinocytes.
Etymology
The term 'Spongiosis' is derived from the Greek word 'spongia', which means sponge, and the suffix '-osis', which implies a condition or state. Thus, the term 'Spongiosis' essentially refers to a state that resembles a sponge, indicating the presence of fluid-filled spaces.
Related Terms
- Epidermis: The outermost layer of the skin, where spongiosis occurs.
- Keratinocytes: The predominant cell type in the epidermis, which are affected in spongiosis.
- Edema: A condition characterized by an excess of watery fluid collecting in the cavities or tissues of the body.
- Pathology: The scientific study of diseases.
- Intracellular: Located or occurring within a cell or cells.
See Also
- Dermatology: The branch of medicine dealing with the skin and its diseases.
- Histopathology: The study of changes in tissues caused by disease.
References
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Spongiosis
- Wikipedia's article - Spongiosis
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