HealthSeptember 2, 2026

integumentary

in-teg-yoo-MEN-tuh-ree

Definition

Relating to the integument, which is the natural outer covering of an organism, such as the skin, hair, and nails.

Etymology

Derived from the Latin 'integumentum,' meaning 'a covering,' which itself comes from 'integere,' meaning 'to cover.' It entered English in the 17th century to describe the natural coverings of animals or plants.

In the news

The article uses this term to classify one of seven symptom categories observed in alpha-gal syndrome patients, specifically referring to skin-related issues like hives and itching.

Anxiety Is Alpha-Gal Syndrome’s Overlooked Side Effect

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Psychology Today

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