Meaning Of The Word Erysipeloid

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Erysipeloid Meaning

Erysipeloid Definition
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What's The Definition Of Erysipeloid?

erysipeloid in American English
an infectious skin disease caused by bacteria (Erysipelothrix rhusiopathiae) and characterized by red-colored lesions
noun: a disease of humans contracted by contact with the bacillus Erysipelothrix rhusiopathiae, which causes erysipelas in swine, characterized by a painful local ulcer, generally on one of the hands

erysipeloid in British English
noun: an infective dermatitis mainly affecting the hands, characterized by inflammation and caused by the microorganism Erysipelothrix rhusiopathiae on contaminated meat, poultry, or fish: most prevalent among fishermen and butchers

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