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pyogenic /pyo·gen·ic/ (-jen´ik) suppurative.
Pyogenic Capable of generating pus. Streptococcus, Staphocococcus, and bowel bacteria are the primary pyogenic organisms. Mentioned in: Abscess, Prickly Heat
pyogenic [pī′əjen′ik] Etymology: Gk, pyon + genein, to produce pus-producing. pyogenic [pi″o-jen´ik] producing pus.
pyogenic (pī´ adj suppu-ration-producing.
pyogenic producing pus. pyogenic dermatitis pyoderma. pyogenic gingival granuloma a bright red or blue mass on the gum, caused by chronic inflammation. Composed of vascular granulation tissue. pyogenic spondylitis vertebral osteomyelitis. Want to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit the webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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