Medical Words: TRICH/O Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What is trichoglossia?

hairy condition of the tongue

What is trichology?

the study of the hair

What is trichomycosis?

abnormal condition of the hair caused by a fungus

What is trichomegaly?

large, coarse eyebrows Signup and view all the answers

What is trichophobia?

abnormal fear of hair or touching it Signup and view all the answers

What is trichophagia?

the habit of eating hair Signup and view all the answers

What is trichopathy?

disease of the hair Signup and view all the answers

What is trichotillomania?

condition of pulling out one's own hair Signup and view all the answers

What is trichoma?

matted, verminous, encrusted state of the hair Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Trichoglossia: Refers to a condition characterized by excessive hairiness on the tongue, which can affect its appearance and texture.
Trichology: The scientific study focused on hair, encompassing various aspects such as its structure, growth, and disorders.
Trichomycosis: An abnormal hair condition resulting from fungal infection, potentially leading to hair damage or loss.
Trichomegaly: Describes unusually large and coarse eyebrows, often associated with specific medical conditions or syndromes.
Trichophobia: A psychological condition characterized by an intense fear of hair or the act of touching it, often resulting in anxiety or avoidance behavior.
Trichophagia: A behavioral disorder in which an individual has a compulsive urge to eat hair, which can lead to serious health complications.
Trichopathy: A general term for any disease affecting hair, encompassing a variety of conditions that can impair hair health and growth.
Trichotillomania: A mental health condition involving the compulsive pulling out of one's own hair, which can lead to noticeable hair loss and emotional distress.
Trichoma: Describes a specific state of hair characterized by being matted, infested with vermin, and encrusted, indicating poor hygiene or severe neglect.

Description

Test your knowledge of medical terminology related to the prefix 'trich/o', which pertains to hair. This quiz features definitions for terms such as trichoglossia, trichology, and trichophobia. Enhance your understanding of these terms while exploring their meanings!