Adrenoleukodystrophy

Pronunciation: /əˌdriːnoʊˌluːkoʊˈdɪstrəfi/

Definitions of adrenoleukodystrophy

noun a rare genetic disorder that affects the adrenal glands and the white matter of the nervous system

Example Sentences

A1 Adrenoleukodystrophy is a rare genetic disorder.

A2 The symptoms of adrenoleukodystrophy can vary greatly.

B1 Treatment options for adrenoleukodystrophy are limited.

B2 Adrenoleukodystrophy is caused by a mutation in the ABCD1 gene.

C1 Early detection of adrenoleukodystrophy can improve outcomes.

C2 Research into adrenoleukodystrophy continues to advance our understanding of the disease.

Examples of adrenoleukodystrophy in a Sentence

formal Adrenoleukodystrophy is a genetic disorder that affects the nervous system and adrenal glands.

informal I heard that adrenoleukodystrophy is a rare genetic disease.

slang Did you know about that rare condition called adrenoleukodystrophy?

figurative Dealing with adrenoleukodystrophy can feel like a constant battle against your own body.

Grammatical Forms of adrenoleukodystrophy

• plural: adrenoleukodystrophies
• comparative: more adrenoleukodystrophy
• superlative: most adrenoleukodystrophy
• present tense: adrenoleukodystrophy
• future tense: will adrenoleukodystrophy
• perfect tense: has adrenoleukodystrophy
• continuous tense: is adrenoleukodystrophying
• singular: adrenoleukodystrophy
• positive degree: adrenoleukodystrophy
• infinitive: to adrenoleukodystrophy
• gerund: adrenoleukodystrophying
• participle: adrenoleukodystrophied

Origin and Evolution of adrenoleukodystrophy

First Known Use: 1963 year

Language of Origin: Greek

Story behind the word: The word 'adrenoleukodystrophy' originated from the Greek words 'adreno' meaning adrenal, 'leuko' meaning white, and 'dystrophy' meaning disorder.

Evolution of the word: The term 'adrenoleukodystrophy' was first used in medical literature in 1963 to describe a rare genetic disorder that affects the adrenal glands and the white matter of the brain. Since then, the understanding and diagnosis of the condition have evolved, with advancements in medical research and technology.