Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
suppuration
noun
/ˌsʌpjʊˈreɪʃən/
Definition
the process of formation or discharge of pus.
Examples
- The wound showed signs of suppuration, indicating an infection.
- Doctors often treat suppuration with antibiotics to help clear the infection.
- He was concerned about suppuration developing after the surgery.
Meaning
Suppuration refers to the body’s response to infection, where pus is produced as a result of inflammation. This can occur in tissues or organs, often as a consequence of bacterial infections.
Synonyms
- pus formation
- suppurative process
- infectious discharge
