Ichor
Ichor
Ichor (/ˈaɪkɔːr/; Ancient Greek: ἰχώρ) is a term in classical mythology and medicine.
Pronunciation
- IPA: /ˈaɪkɔːr/
Etymology
The term "Ichor" originates from Ancient Greek mythology, where it was used to describe the ethereal fluid that is the blood of the gods and/or immortals.
Definition
In medical terminology, ichor refers to a watery, often foul-smelling discharge from a wound or ulcer, differing from pus in that it contains more serous matter and less fibrin and inflammatory cells.
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External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Ichor
- Wikipedia's article - Ichor
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