Entity: PUS
PUS is a thick, opaque, usually yellowish-white fluid matter that forms as part of an inflammatory response typically associated with an infection. It is composed of exudate chiefly containing dead white blood cells.
PUS
Etymology
The word 'PUS' has its origins in Latin, where it means 'matter, pus'.
Definition
PUS is a thick, opaque, usually yellowish-white fluid matter that is formed as part of an inflammatory response typically associated with an infection. It is composed of exudate chiefly containing dead white blood cells.
Historical Context
Throughout history, pus has been recognized as a sign of infection and has been used as a diagnostic tool in medicine.
Cultural Significance
Pus is often associated with infection and is a common feature in medical dramas and literature as a symbol of illness and disease.
Related Concepts
- Abscess
- Suppuration
See Also
- Infection
- White Blood Cells
PUS is a bodily fluid that is produced as part of an inflammatory response to infection, typically appearing as a thick, yellowish-white substance.