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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

mycetoma

/maɪˈsɛtəmə/ noun · British & US
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What does mycetoma mean?

noun

A chronic, usually tropical, infection of the skin and subcutaneous tissue caused by a fungus or actinomycete, characterized by the formation of granules or grains in the affected area.

Example

"The patient was diagnosed with mycetoma, a rare but serious condition that required immediate medical attention."

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