dermatosis

der·ma·to·sis | \ ˌdər-mə-ˈtō-səs

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plural dermatoses\ ˌdər-mə-ˈtō-ˌsēz

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Definition of dermatosis

: a disease of the skin

Examples of dermatosis in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web There are also small mole-like dark spots called dermatosis papulosa nigra that are more common among people of color, Dr. Elbuluk adds. — Tatiana Walk-morris, SELF, "5 Things People of Color Should Know About Taking Care of Their Skin," 12 July 2019

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“Dermatosis.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dermatosis. Accessed 21 Sep. 2020.

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