SUPPURATIVE Meaning and
Definition
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"Suppurative" is an adjective that relates to the formation or discharge of pus, which is a thick yellowish-white fluid that forms in infected tissues. It is commonly associated with infections caused by bacteria, although it can also occur due to other microorganisms or foreign substances entering the body.
When an infection occurs, the body's immune response triggers the activation of white blood cells to attack and destroy the invading organisms. As a result, these cells release substances that cause inflammation and the accumulation of fluid at the site of infection. This fluid then transforms into pus, consisting of dead white blood cells, bacteria, tissue debris, and other cellular components.
Suppurative processes often lead to abscess formation, which is a localized collection of pus within tissues, organs, or other body cavities. Abscesses can cause pain, swelling, redness, and a feeling of warmth in the affected area. In some cases, they may also require medical intervention, such as drainage or surgical removal, to prevent the spread of infection.
The term "suppurative" is commonly used in the medical field to describe conditions or diseases characterized by pus formation, such as suppurative cellulitis, suppurative otitis media (ear infection), or suppurative appendicitis. It helps healthcare professionals identify the presence of an active infection and determine appropriate treatment options, including the use of antibiotics or other necessary interventions.
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Forming pus. suppurating.
A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.
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• A medicine that promotes the forming of matter, as in a sore.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
Common Misspellings for SUPPURATIVE
- auppurative
- zuppurative
- xuppurative
- duppurative
- euppurative
- wuppurative
- syppurative
- shppurative
- sjppurative
- sippurative
- s8ppurative
- s7ppurative
- suopurative
- sulpurative
- su-purative
- su0purative
- supourative
- suplurative
- sup-urative
Etymology of SUPPURATIVE
The word "suppurative" is derived from the Latin word "suppuratus", which translates to "to fester, to form pus". It is formed from the prefix "sup-" meaning "under" or "below", and the Latin verb "purare" meaning "to make, or to be, ripe or mature". Thus, "suppurative" refers to a condition or process involving the formation of pus.
Similar spelling words for SUPPURATIVE
- superhet,
- supportable,
- supertitle,
- supertwister,
- supertax,
- supported,
- suppertime,
- supporter,
- supportive,
- suppurate,
- suppuration,
- supertanker,
- support level.
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