Medical Dictionary
ecthyma
noun ec·thy·ma \ek-ˈthī-mə\
Medical Definition of ECTHYMA
1
: a cutaneous eruption marked by large flat pustules that have a hardened base surrounded by inflammation, heal with pigmented scar formation, and occur especially on the lower legs
2
: sore mouth of sheep
—ec·thy·ma·tous \ek-ˈthim-ət-əs, -ˈthīm-\ adjective
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