Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
onychitis
Noun
/ˌɒnɪˈkaɪtɪs/
Definition
Onychitis is an inflammation of the nail matrix or the nails themselves.
Examples
- The patient was diagnosed with onychitis after noticing swelling around her fingernails.
- Onychitis can lead to nail deformities if not treated promptly.
- He experienced severe discomfort due to onychitis affecting his toenails.
Meaning
It typically results in pain, swelling, and discoloration of the affected nails, and can be caused by infection or trauma.
Synonyms
- Nail inflammation
- Nail disorder
