acanthomas
n. C2 Proficiency acan·thomas
n. a type of skin growth that looks like a small, raised bump with a rough or spiky surface. It is usually a harmless condition that appears on the skin of older people.
n. a benign skin lesion characterized by a small, firm, raised nodule with a rough or spiky surface. Often associated with the elderly and typically found on the trunk or extremities.
The doctor examined the acanthomas on the patient's back.
During the routine skin check, the dermatologist identified several acanthomas that were previously unnoticed by the patient.
While acanthomas are generally benign and do not require treatment, their distinctive appearance often leads patients to seek medical advice to confirm that they are not a more serious condition.