Carotinaemia

/ˌkærətɪˈniːmiə/ noun

Definition

A medical condition in which excessive carotene accumulates in the blood, causing yellowing of the skin.

Etymology

From carotin plus -aemia (British spelling, from Greek aima meaning 'blood'). Medical term formed following standard pathology nomenclature.

Kelly Says

Carotinaemia isn't dangerous—it's actually kind of funny; your skin turns orange-yellow if you eat too many carrots, which is completely reversible and harmless.

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