Perionychia
/ˌpɛr.i.əˈnɪk.i.ə/noun
A medical condition characterized by inflammation of the tissue surrounding a nail.
Did you know?The term 'perionychia' comes from Greek roots meaning 'around' and 'nail', but its clinical implications can lead to infections that feel almost cursed!
Etymological Timeline
Ancient Greek
Greek
περίονα (períona)
“Around, encompassing.”
Ancient Greek
Greek
νύξ (núx)
“Nail.”
Late Latin
Latin
perionychium
“Condition surrounding the nail.”
Modern English
English
perionychia
“Inflammation of the tissue around the nail.”