Spongiosis


« Back to Glossary Index

Increased intercellular fluid in the epidermis that physically pulls keratinocytes away from each other. If severe, spongiosis will cause intraepidermal vesicles (spongiotic vesicles).

« Back to Glossary Index
 
     
 
 
 
 
 
International Union of Immunological SocietiesUniversity of South AfricaInstitute of Infectious Disease and Molecular MedicineElizabeth Glazer Pediatric Aids FoundationStellenbosch University