Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
impostumation
Noun
im-pos-tu-ma-tion
Definition
The formation of an abscess or the condition of having an abscess.
Examples
- The doctor diagnosed him with impostumation after examining the swollen area.
- Impostumation can occur in various parts of the body, including the skin and internal organs.
Meaning
Impostumation refers to a medical condition where pus accumulates in a cavity formed within body tissues, often resulting from infection.
Synonyms
- Abscess formation
- Suppuration
- Pus-filled cavity
