Parakeratosis

Persistence of the nuclei of the keratinocytes into the stratum corneum of the skin. This is a normal state only in the epithelium of true mucous membranes in the mouth and vagina. (Dorland, 27th ed)

Year introduced: 1991(1975)

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Tree Number(s): C17.800.428.736

MeSH Unique ID: D010241

Entry Terms:

• Parakeratoses

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Diseases Category
Skin and Connective Tissue Diseases
Skin Diseases
Keratosis
Parakeratosis