Cryopathy

/kraɪˈɒpəθi/ noun

Definition

any disease or harmful condition in the body caused by exposure to extreme cold.

Etymology

From Greek 'kryos' (cold) + 'pathos' (suffering, disease), following the same pattern as 'neuropathy' (nerve disease) and other '-pathy' medical terms.

Kelly Says

Frostbite is the most common cryopathy, and it's why your fingers and toes are most at risk in extreme cold—they're furthest from your heart, so your body sacrifices them to keep your core alive.

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