Infections And Diseases

2 words in this vocabulary list

noun a condition where body tissue dies due to lack of blood flow or a bacterial infection

  • Gangrene is a serious condition that results from a lack of blood supply to tissues, leading to tissue death.
  • If left untreated, gangrene can spread quickly and cause severe damage to the affected area.
  • I heard that guy's foot got so infected it turned into gangrene. That's rough.
  • The gangrene of corruption had spread throughout the entire organization, causing irreparable damage.

adjective relating to or connected with childbirth

  • The doctor diagnosed her with puerperal sepsis after giving birth.
  • She had puerperal fever after having her baby.
  • She's dealing with puerperal complications post-delivery.
  • The puerperal challenges of motherhood can be overwhelming.