hyperostosis
/ˌhaɪpərɒˈstoʊsɪs/
noun
- A medical condition characterized by abnormal growth or thickening of bone tissue.
- Hyperostosis can sometimes be linked to genetic disorders or long-term inflammation.
- The X-ray showed hyperostosis on the patient's spine, causing stiffness.
- Treatment for hyperostosis focuses on managing pain and preventing further bone growth.
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