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Acrodynia

Description:

Acrodynia, also known as "pink disease," is a medical condition predominantly affecting children, characterized by redness, swelling, and peeling of the hands and feet.

Possible Senses:

1. Noun: A condition manifested by symptoms such as skin discoloration, pain, and swelling in the extremities.
2. Noun: Mercury poisoning, typically resulting from exposure to mercury compounds.

Sample Sentences:

• The doctor diagnosed him with acrodynia due to the redness and peeling of his hands.
• Mercury thermometers can pose a risk of acrodynia if they break and expose the skin to the toxic metal.

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