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pernio

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[pur-nee-oh] / ˈpɜr niˌoʊ /

noun

Pathology.

  1. chilblain.

Etymology

Origin of pernio

1670–80; < Latin perniō chilblain on the foot, derivative of pern ( a ) haunch of the leg; see -ion

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Chilblains.—Chilblain or erythema pernio is a vascular disturbance resulting from the alternate action of cold and heat on the distal parts of the body.

From Manual of Surgery Volume First: General Surgery. Sixth Edition. by Thomson, Alexis

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