English word acrocyanosis comes from English cyanosis, English acro- (Extremity. Peak. Sharp. Tip.)
Dictionary entry | Language | Definition |
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cyanosis | English (eng) | (pathology) A blue discolouration of the skin due to the circulation of blood low in oxygen. |
acro- | English (eng) | Extremity. Peak. Sharp. Tip. |
acrocyanosis | English (eng) | (pathology) A persistent blue or cyanotic discoloration of the digits, most commonly occurring in the hands although also occurring in the face and feet as well. |