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purulent Definition

pu·ru·lent (pyo̵orə lənt, pyo̵oryo̵o-)

adjective

of, like, containing, or discharging pus

Etymology: Fr < L purulentus < pus (gen. puris), matter, pus

purulent Related Forms
pu·ru·lence noun or pu·ru·lency pu·ru·lently adverb
purulent Usage Examples

Modifies a noun

  • sputum: The production of purulent sputum and the presence of wheeze may also indicate underlying lung disease.
  • discharge: On squeezing the penis a large amount of purulent discharge came out through the urethra.
  • exudate: A purulent exudate extends along the meningeal membranes, accompanied by hemorrhage and thrombosis.
  • meningitis: Interpretation: The pathological process is that of acute inflammation of the meninges, acute purulent meningitis.
  • inflammation: The main cause of mortality and culling was severe purulent inflammation affecting the skull bones.
  • drainage: Antibiotic treatment is usually reserved for true cellulitis, purulent wound drainage or presence of abscess.

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