xanthomatosis
/zænˌθoʊməˈtoʊsɪs/
noun
- A medical condition in which fatty deposits form yellowish growths in the skin, tendons, or other tissues.
- Xanthomatosis is often associated with inherited disorders that affect how the body processes fats.
- The doctor explained that xanthomatosis could affect not only the skin but also internal organs.
- Early treatment of xanthomatosis can help prevent complications like heart disease.