Acromelalgia

/ækroʊməˈælʒə/ noun

Definition

A painful condition of the extremities, especially the hands and feet, characterized by burning pain and redness.

Etymology

From Greek 'akron' (extremity) + 'melos' (limb) + 'algos' (pain). This medical term combines Greek roots to literally name 'extremity-limb-pain,' describing the condition's primary symptom.

Kelly Says

Acromelalgia is sometimes called 'erythromelalgia of the extremities'—the burning pain is so intense that sufferers sometimes dunk their hands in ice water for relief!

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