Ulcerative dermatitis
Ulcerative Dermatitis
Ulcerative dermatitis (== Template:IPA ==
The Template:IPA (International Phonetic Alphabet) is a system of phonetic notation based primarily on the Latin alphabet. It was devised by the International Phonetic Association in the late 19th century as a standardized representation of the sounds of spoken language.
Pronunciation
The pronunciation of the term "IPA" is /aɪ piː eɪ/ in English.
Etymology
The term "IPA" is an acronym for the International Phonetic Alphabet. The International Phonetic Association, founded in 1886, created the IPA to provide a single, universal system for the transcription of spoken language.
Related Terms
- Phonetic notation: A system used to visually represent the sounds of speech. The IPA is one type of phonetic notation.
- Phonetics: The study of the physical sounds of human speech. It is concerned with the physical properties of speech sounds (phonemes), and the processes of their physiological production, auditory reception, and neurophysiological perception.
- Phonology: The study of the way sounds function within a particular language or languages. While phonetics concerns the physical production, acoustic transmission and perception of the sounds of speech, phonology describes the way sounds function within a particular language or languages.
- Transcription (linguistics): The systematic representation of spoken language in written form. The source of the words transcribe and transcription, the term means "to write across" in Latin, and it's the process of converting spoken language into written form. In linguistics, this is often done using the IPA.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Ulcerative dermatitis
- Wikipedia's article - Ulcerative dermatitis
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polski) is a common skin disease characterized by the formation of ulcers or sores on the skin. The term is derived from the Latin ulcus meaning "sore" and the Greek derma meaning "skin".
Definition
Ulcerative dermatitis is a condition where the skin becomes inflamed and develops sores or ulcers. These ulcers can be painful and may bleed or ooze fluid. The condition can affect any part of the body but is most commonly seen on the legs, arms, and torso.
Causes
The exact cause of ulcerative dermatitis is unknown, but it is thought to be related to an overactive immune system. Other potential causes include bacterial infection, viral infection, fungal infection, and parasitic infection. Certain underlying health conditions, such as diabetes and vascular disease, can also increase the risk of developing ulcerative dermatitis.
Symptoms
Symptoms of ulcerative dermatitis include red, swollen skin, pain or discomfort, and the formation of sores or ulcers. These ulcers can vary in size and may bleed or ooze fluid. In severe cases, the skin may become necrotic, leading to tissue death and potential infection.
Treatment
Treatment for ulcerative dermatitis typically involves managing the symptoms and treating any underlying conditions. This may include the use of antibiotics to treat bacterial infections, antifungal medication for fungal infections, and anti-inflammatory medication to reduce inflammation. In severe cases, surgery may be required to remove necrotic tissue.
Related Terms
- Dermatitis: A general term for inflammation of the skin.
- Ulcer: A sore that forms on the skin or mucous membranes.
- Inflammation: The body's response to injury or infection, characterized by redness, warmth, swelling, and pain.
- Immune system: The body's defense system against harmful substances, including bacteria, viruses, and foreign bodies.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Ulcerative dermatitis
- Wikipedia's article - Ulcerative dermatitis
This WikiMD dictionary article is a stub. You can help make it a full article.
Languages: - East Asian
中文,
日本,
한국어,
South Asian
हिन्दी,
Urdu,
বাংলা,
తెలుగు,
தமிழ்,
ಕನ್ನಡ,
Southeast Asian
Indonesian,
Vietnamese,
Thai,
မြန်မာဘာသာ,
European
español,
Deutsch,
français,
русский,
português do Brasil,
Italian,
polski