What does Gumma mean?
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What does Gumma mean?
: a tumor of gummy or rubbery consistency that is characteristic of the tertiary stage of syphilis.
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female version of the Muslim name ‘Ali’, which means to be high ranking….Pronounce Names.
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| Pronunciation: | Uh- Lee- ah |
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| Type of Name: | First Name |
| Origin: | Russian |
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Phonetic spelling of herpesvirus
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What is Gummatous syphilis?
Gummatous syphilis is characterized by granulomatous lesions, called gummas, which are characterized by a center of necrotic tissue with a rubbery texture. Gummas principally form in the liver, bones, and testes but may affect any organ.
What does Goma mean in Italian?
Goomah — Mistress or girlfriend. It comes from the Italian comare, which means godmother or second mother. In other words, someone who takes care of you.
What is the meaning of the word gummas?
n. pl. gum·mas or gum·ma·ta (gŭm′ə-tə) A small rubbery granuloma that has a necrotic center and is enclosed by an inflamed fibrous capsule. It is characteristic of an advanced stage of syphilis.
What kind of granuloma is a Gumma?
gum·ma (gŭm′ə) n. pl. gum·mas or gum·ma·ta (gŭm′ə-tə) A small rubbery granuloma that has a necrotic center and is enclosed by an inflamed fibrous capsule. It is characteristic of an advanced stage of syphilis.
What kind of ulcer is formed from a Gumma?
An isolated gumma forms a firm elastic swelling, shading off into the surroundings. If a periosteal gumma breaks down and invades the skin, a syphilitic ulcer is formed with carious bone at the bottom. The disease is liable to be mistaken for central tumour, gumma, tuberculosis, or abscess of bone.