erysipelas

Meanings

• Noun

  A bacterial infection that causes redness and swelling of the skin, usually on the face or extremities.

  - "She was diagnosed with erysipelas after developing a red, swollen rash on her leg."
  - "Erysipelas is caused by streptococcal bacteria and can be treated with antibiotics."

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Pronunciation

1. /ɛɹɪˈsɪpələs/
   
   
   
   Source: "https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=89892196"

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Variants

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erysipelas , erysipelases

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Etymology

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From the Greek word 'Erysipelas' meaning 'red-skinned' or 'ashen-faced'.

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Trivia

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1. Erysipelas was once called 'Saint Anthony's Fire' due to the belief that it was caused by demonic possession.

2. The disease was also known as 'Rouge' in France, which means 'red' in English.

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1. Cellulitis: Cellulitis is a bacterial infection that causes inflammation of the skin and underlying tissue. It is similar to erysipelas but can affect larger areas of the body and may not have the characteristic red streaks.

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Culture

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Erysipelas has been depicted in various forms of art and literature throughout history. In Greek mythology, Erysipelas was the name of a god who was said to cause the disease. In more modern times, the disease has been featured in works of fiction, such as Edgar Allan Poe's 'The Masque of the Red Death'.

How to Memorize "erysipelas"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a red, swollen rash on the skin. Imagine the bacteria causing the infection to spread under the skin.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'erysipelas' with the color red and the sensation of swelling.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the word 'Erysipelas' as 'Ery's red 'pelas'.

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