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Ulcerated: meaning, definitions and examples

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ulcerated

 

[ ˈʌlsəreɪtɪd ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

medical condition

Ulcerated refers to a state where a tissue has developed an ulcer, which is an open sore or lesion on the skin or a mucous membrane. This condition can be the result of various factors such as infection, inflammation, or inadequate blood supply. Ulcerated areas may exhibit symptoms such as pain, swelling, and discharge. Treatment often involves addressing the underlying cause while managing the symptoms to promote healing.

Synonyms

damaged, eroded, infected

Examples of usage

  • The patient suffered from an ulcerated sore on their leg.
  • Ulcerated tissues require careful medical attention.
  • The doctor diagnosed an ulcerated area in the stomach.

Translations

Translations of the word "ulcerated" in other languages:

🇵🇹 ulcerado

🇮🇳 गुलगुला

🇩🇪 geschwürig

🇮🇩 ulkus

🇺🇦 виразковий

🇵🇱 wrzodziejący

🇯🇵 潰瘍性の

🇫🇷 ulcéré

🇪🇸 úlcerado

🇹🇷 ülserli

🇰🇷 궤양성의

🇸🇦 مُعَتَّق

🇨🇿 vředový

🇸🇰 vredivý

🇨🇳 溃疡的

🇸🇮 ulcerativen

🇮🇸 sárandi

🇰🇿 язвалы

🇬🇪 სიცოცხლისგან

🇦🇿 qüsurlu

🇲🇽 úlcerado

Word origin

The term 'ulcerated' derives from the Latin word 'ulcerare,' which means 'to suffer from a sore' or 'to create an ulcer.' The root word 'ulcus' means 'sore' or 'wound.' The concept of ulcers has been recognized since ancient times, where ailments of the skin and internal organs were often attributed to imbalances in bodily humors. Over time, medical understanding of ulcers evolved significantly with advances in pathology and treatment methods, shifting from mystical explanations to scientific analysis. By the 19th century, the understanding of ulcers—including causes, symptoms, and potential treatments—was more clearly defined, leading to better management of ulcerated conditions in medical practice.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #23,524, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.