Bubo
Bubo (pronounced: /ˈbjuːboʊ/) is a medical term that refers to the swelling of the lymph nodes. It is most commonly associated with diseases such as plague and syphilis.
Etymology
The term 'bubo' is derived from the Greek word 'boubon', which means 'groin'. It was first used in English in the 14th century.
Definition
A bubo is a swollen, inflamed lymph node in the armpit or groin. It is typically painful and may be accompanied by fever, chills, and fatigue. Buboes are a characteristic symptom of certain infectious diseases, including bubonic plague and gonorrhea.
Related Terms
- Lymph node: A small, bean-shaped structure that produces and filters fluids in the lymphatic system and hosts disease-fighting cells.
- Bubonic plague: A highly infectious and often deadly disease that is spread by the bite of fleas from an infected rodent.
- Gonorrhea: A sexually transmitted infection caused by the bacterium Neisseria gonorrhoeae.
- Syphilis: A sexually transmitted infection caused by the bacterium Treponema pallidum.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Bubo
- Wikipedia's article - Bubo
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