Mucopurulent
Mucopurulent (pronunciation: myoo-ko-PYOOR-uh-luhnt) is a term used in medicine to describe a type of discharge that is thick and contains mucus and pus. It is often associated with infections and inflammatory conditions.
Etymology
The term "mucopurulent" is derived from two Latin words: "mucus" which means slime, and "purulentus" which means full of pus.
Definition
Mucopurulent discharge is a sign of infection or inflammation in the body. It is typically thick, opaque, and can be various colors, including white, yellow, or green. This type of discharge is commonly seen in conditions such as bacterial conjunctivitis, sinusitis, and sexually transmitted infections like gonorrhea and chlamydia.
Related Terms
- Mucus: A slippery substance produced by the mucous membranes in the body. It serves to protect and lubricate these membranes.
- Pus: A thick fluid produced in infected tissue, consisting of dead white blood cells, bacteria, and tissue debris.
- Inflammation: A protective response by the body to injury or infection, characterized by redness, heat, swelling, and pain.
- Infection: The invasion and multiplication of microorganisms such as bacteria, viruses, and parasites that are not normally present within the body.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Mucopurulent
- Wikipedia's article - Mucopurulent
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