gumma
a rubbery, tumorlike lesion associated with tertiary syphilis.
Origin of gumma
1Other words from gumma
- gum·ma·tous, adjective
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How to use gumma in a sentence
Gummata grow more rapidly, are usually painful to the touch, are not freely movable, and tend to break down and ulcerate.
Essentials of Diseases of the Skin | Henry Weightman StelwagonSyphilitic disease is rarely recognised except in the form of bursal and peri-bursal gummata in front of the knee-joint.
Manual of Surgery | Alexis Thomson and Alexander MilesIn the bones of the skull, gummata may form in the peri-cranium, diploë, or dura mater.
Manual of Surgery | Alexis Thomson and Alexander MilesPeri-synovial and peri-bursal gummata are met with in relation to the knee-joint of middle-aged adults, especially women.
Manual of Surgery | Alexis Thomson and Alexander MilesOne or more of the gummata may break down and give rise to tertiary ulcers.
Manual of Surgery | Alexis Thomson and Alexander Miles
British Dictionary definitions for gumma
/ (ˈɡʌmə) /
pathol a rubbery tumour characteristic of advanced syphilis, occurring esp on the skin, liver, brain or heart
Origin of gumma
1Derived forms of gumma
- gummatous, adjective
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