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Definition of endothrix

endothrix

/ˈɛndoʊθrɪks/
en · do · thrix
Plural:endothrices
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endothrix Lexical Profile

• adjective

1

Relating to or characterizing a dermatophyte fungal infection that develops and produces spores entirely within the hair shaft.

Example

"Endothrix infections, such as those caused by Trichophyton tonsurans, typically do not fluoresce under a Wood's lamp during clinical examination."

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• noun

1

A type of parasitic fungus, or the corresponding pattern of infection it causes, which invades and develops completely within the interior of a hair shaft.

Example

"Microscopic examination of the patient's affected hair follicles revealed that the pathogen was an endothrix, confirming the diagnosis of tinea capitis."

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Word Nuance & Usage

Frequently contrasted in medical contexts with 'ectothrix', a condition where the fungal elements primarily coat the outside of the hair shaft.

• Nearby Words

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Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from the Greek prefix 'endo-' meaning 'within', and 'thrix' meaning 'hair'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Endothrix. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 6, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/endothrix
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