Definition

A type of raised scar that forms at the site of an injury or incision, often larger than the original wound and can be itchy or painful.

Example

After the surgery, she developed a cheloid on her arm that took a long time to fade.

Conversation

I just learned that my friend has a cheloid scar from her surgery.

Oh, I’ve heard those can be pretty bothersome.

Yeah, she mentioned it gets itchy sometimes.

That sounds annoying! I hope she finds a way to manage it.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

**Cheloid** → It is derived from the Greek word "cheloides" (meaning resembling a crab), where "chele" means claw and "-oid" means resembling or like. The term refers to a type of scar that resembles a crab's claw in its raised and thickened appearance.

Memory Tip

Imagine a scar that looks like a 'claw' ('chele') — that's why 'cheloid' describes a scar that resembles a claw.

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