Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
bulla
Noun
/ˈbʊlə/
Definition
A bulla is a fluid-filled blister that appears on the skin or mucous membrane.
Examples
- The doctor examined the bulla on the patient’s arm.
- After the burn, a bulla formed and filled with clear fluid.
- Some bulla formations can be painful or itchy.
Meaning
It typically indicates a skin condition, injury, or infection.
Synonyms
- Blister
- Vesicle
- Bump
