Dermoneural

/ˌdɜːrməˈnjʊərəl/ adjective

Definition

Relating to both the skin and the nerves within or beneath it.

Etymology

From Greek 'derma' (skin) + Latin 'neuralis' (relating to nerves). A medical term for structures or conditions involving skin and its nervous system.

Kelly Says

Your skin is packed with dermoneural connections—millions of nerve endings that detect temperature, pressure, and pain, which is why your skin is one of your body's most sensitive organs!

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