erysipelas

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Noun — An acute skin infection caused by streptococcus bacteria, causing fever and raised, red, swollen patches on the skin.

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This is a formal medical term, used mainly by doctors and in clinical writing.

Etymology

The word passed through Middle English erisipila from Latin erysipelas, which itself came from Ancient Greek. The Greek term is thought to be connected to words for red and for the sole of the foot.

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Frequently asked questions

What is erysipelas?

It is an acute skin infection caused by streptococcus bacteria, producing fever and raised red patches on the skin.

What causes erysipelas?

It is caused by infection with streptococcus bacteria, which leads to fever and raised, red, swollen patches on the skin.

Where does the word erysipelas come from?

It comes from Latin, which took it from Ancient Greek, a term likely linked to the words for red and for the sole of the foot.

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