Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

pyaemia

Noun

/paɪˈeɪ.mi.ə/

Definition

A medical condition characterized by the presence of pus-forming bacteria in the blood.

Examples

After the surgery, the patient developed pyaemia due to an untreated infection.
Doctors were concerned that the spread of pyaemia could lead to sepsis.
The onset of pyaemia required immediate medical attention to prevent further complications.

Meaning

Pyaemia results from an infection that causes pus to form in areas of the body, which then enters the bloodstream, leading to serious health complications.