Category: K

A seldom-seen inherited disorder distinguished by the presence of horny growths that appear in and around hair follicles. These growths are firmly attached and result in a coarse texture of the skin. It’s also referred to as Darier’s disease.  

A medical condition marked by the development of horny growths, primarily on the hands and feet, which occurs in the course of gonorrhea.  

An irregular thickening of the skin that develops after prolonged consumption of arsenic.  

A cloudy area in the eye’s cornea.  

Inflammation affecting both the cornea and iris of the eye.  

A skin condition marked by thickening.  

The presence of numerous warts on the skin.  

A brand name for the vitamin K supplement known as phytomenadione, which is commonly administered to newborns to prevent bleeding.  

A procedure where a damaged knee joint is replaced with an artificial one, typically made from metal or plastic. This knee replacement surgery is often performed on older individuals suffering from severe osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis.  

This condition is defined by an unusually short neck resulting from fused cervical vertebrae. Those affected experience limited neck mobility and possess a low-set hairline. When the tendon below the kneecap, or patella, is tapped, an automatic reaction called the patellar reflex occurs. This causes the thigh muscles to contract and straighten the knee.