What is another word for rapunzel syndrome?

Pronunciation: [ɹˈapʌnzə͡l sˈɪndɹə͡ʊm] (IPA)

The term "Rapunzel syndrome" refers to a rare condition where a person has a dangerously large amount of hair in their stomach. This condition is most commonly seen in young women who suffer from trichophagia, a mental disorder characterized by compulsive hair-eating. While the term "Rapunzel syndrome" is well-known, there are other terms used to refer to this condition. Some of the synonyms for "Rapunzel syndrome" include trichobezoar, hairball, and gastric hairball. These terms are used interchangeably and describe a similar condition where hair accumulates in the stomach and causes painful symptoms, including nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain.

What are the hypernyms for Rapunzel syndrome?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.
  • Other hypernyms:

    Hair Diseases, conjunctival malformations, hair disorders, hair loss syndromes, rare genetic diseases, rare hair disorders, rare syndromes, trichothiodystrophy.

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