Eruption

Eruption (Medicine)

Eruption (pronunciation: /ɪˈrʌpʃ(ə)n/) is a term used in the field of medicine to describe the appearance of lesions on the skin. These lesions can be a symptom of various diseases and disorders.

Etymology

The term 'eruption' is derived from the Latin word 'eruptio', which means 'a breaking out'. This is in reference to the way that lesions 'break out' onto the surface of the skin.

Types of Eruptions

There are several types of eruptions, including:

• Macular Eruptions: These are flat, discolored spots on the skin.
• Papular Eruptions: These are small, raised bumps on the skin.
• Vesicular Eruptions: These are small, fluid-filled blisters on the skin.
• Pustular Eruptions: These are pus-filled lesions on the skin.

Related Terms

• Dermatology: The branch of medicine that deals with the skin and its diseases.
• Lesion: Any abnormal damage or change in the tissue of an organism, usually caused by disease or trauma.
• Rash: A noticeable change in the texture or color of the skin.

See Also

• Dermatitis
• Eczema
• Psoriasis

External links

• Medical encyclopedia article on Eruption
• Wikipedia's article - Eruption

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