SYCOSIS

Etymology

Noun

sycosis (plural sycoses)

(pathology) A pustular eruption that affects the scalp or the bearded part of the face

Source: Wiktionary


Sy*co"sis, n. Etym: [NL., fr. Gr. (Med.)

Definition: A pustular eruption upon the scalp, or the beared part of the face, whether due to ringworm, acne, or impetigo.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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