Dermohemal

/ˌdɜːrməˈhiːməl/ adjective

Definition

Relating to both the skin and the blood or blood vessels.

Etymology

From Greek 'derma' (skin) + 'haima' (blood). A medical adjective combining skin and hematological (blood) systems, used to describe conditions affecting both.

Kelly Says

Many skin conditions are actually signs of blood vessel problems—like when you blush, your dermohemal system (skin and blood vessels) is working together to control temperature and emotion!

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