iontophoresis

noun

ion·​to·​pho·​re·​sis (ˌ)ī-ˌän-tə-fə-ˈrē-səs How to pronounce iontophoresis (audio)
: the introduction of an ionized substance (such as a drug) through intact skin by the application of a direct electric current
iontophoretic adjective
iontophoretically adverb

Examples of iontophoresis in a Sentence

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Tap water iontophoresis: One case report described successful treatment with this procedure, which involves a mild electrical current passed through tap water to temporarily shut off sweat glands. Michael Menna, Verywell Health, 28 Oct. 2024 Evidence on the effectiveness of iontophoresis is limited. Carley Millhone, Health, 20 Oct. 2024 According to the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD), an iontophoresis device is a machine that generates a low-voltage current. Cathy Cassata, Health.com, 1 Nov. 2021 If the sweating is concentrated away from armpits, or if a new antiperspirant doesn't solve the issue, some experts will consider electrical iontophoresis treatments on hands, feet or facial regions to stem sweating. Zee Krstic, Good Housekeeping, 6 Sep. 2021

Word History

Etymology

borrowed from German Iontophorese, from ionto-, combining form representing Ion ion (borrowed from Greek iont-, iṓn, present participle of iénai "to go") + -o- -o- + -phorese -phoresis — more at issue entry 1

First Known Use

1909, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of iontophoresis was in 1909

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“Iontophoresis.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/iontophoresis. Accessed 14 Nov. 2024.

Medical Definition

iontophoresis

noun
ion·​to·​pho·​re·​sis (ˌ)ī-ˌänt-ə-fə-ˈrē-səs How to pronounce iontophoresis (audio)
plural iontophoreses -ˌsēz How to pronounce iontophoresis (audio)
: the introduction of an ionized substance (as a drug) through intact skin by the application of a direct electric current
iontophorese transitive verb
iontophoresed; iontophoresing
iontophoretic adjective
iontophoretically adverb
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