dermatomal

/ˌdɜrməˈtoʊməl/
adjective
  1. Relating to a dermatome (an area of skin supplied by a single spinal nerve).
    • Shingles often follows a dermatomal pattern on the torso.
    • Dermatomal maps help doctors locate nerve damage.
    • The doctor examined the dermatomal distribution of the rash.
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