Jarisch-Herxheimer reaction en · NOUN
Etymology
Named after the Austrian dermatologist Adolf Jarisch and the German dermatologist Karl Herxheimer.
Meanings
- A dangerous reaction to endotoxin-like products released by the death of harmful microorganisms within the body during antibiotic treatment.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jarisch-Herxheimer reactions | Number=Plur | lexicographic |