Rubor
Rubor
Rubor (pronounced: /ˈruːbɔːr/) is a medical term that refers to redness, particularly in the context of inflammation or infection. It is one of the five cardinal signs of inflammation, along with dolor (pain), calor (heat), tumor (swelling), and functio laesa (loss of function).
Etymology
The term 'Rubor' is derived from the Latin word 'ruber', which means red. It has been used in the medical field to describe the redness associated with inflammation since the time of the ancient Romans.
Related Terms
- Erythema: A term used to describe redness of the skin or mucous membranes caused by increased blood flow in superficial capillaries. It occurs with any skin injury, infection, or inflammation.
- Hyperemia: An excess of blood in the vessels supplying an organ or other part of the body. Rubor is often a sign of hyperemia.
- Inflammation: A process by which the body's white blood cells and substances they produce protect us from infection with foreign organisms, such as bacteria and viruses. Rubor is one of the signs of inflammation.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Rubor
- Wikipedia's article - Rubor
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