presuppurative

pre·sup·pu·ra·tive

(prē-sŭp'yū-rā-tiv),

Denoting an early stage in an inflammation prior to the formation of pus.

pre·sup·pu·ra·tive

(prē-sŭp'yūr-ă-tiv)

Denoting an early stage in an inflammation before the formation of pus.

presuppurative

(prē-sŭp′ū-rā″tĭv) [″ + sub, under, + puris, pus]

Relating to the period of inflammation before suppuration.