noun
- a severe skin condition characterized by acne-like lesions, cysts, and discoloration caused by exposure to chlorinated hydrocarbons or dioxins
Usage: medical term; occupational hazard in chemical manufacturing
Examples
- Workers exposed to dioxins during the chemical plant accident developed chloracne within weeks.
- Chloracne is considered a hallmark sign of dioxin poisoning.
- The dermatologist diagnosed the patient with chloracne after reviewing their occupational history.
- Chloracne can persist for years even after exposure to the toxic chemical has ended.
- Victims of the industrial disaster suffered from severe chloracne and other health complications.