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erythemic en · ADJ

Etymology

From erythema + -ic.

Meanings

  1. (not-comparable) Erythematous.
    • Skin may be erythemic, lacerated, or bleeding, and encrustations may be seen on the skin, stoma, or old appliance (white sandpaper-textured particles). 1998, Bonny L. Johnson, Jody Gross, Handbook of Oncology Nursing, Jones & Bartlett Learning, →ISBN, page 537:
    • Scores were totaled for treatment groups of 4-8 pigs at each grading period and the percent of maximum erythemic response determined or the average erythemic score was determined. 1977, Academy of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Pharmacological and biochemical properties of drug substances:
    • If pressure continues, the area remains erythemic and will not blanch. Eventually, the skin may appear pale due to the extended ischemia. 2010, Barbara Gladson, Pharmacology for Rehabilitation Professionals, Elsevier Health Sciences, →ISBN, page 443:
    • 2008, Mary Ann Hogan (MSN.), Debra S. McKinney, Comprehensive Review for NCLEX-PN: Reviews & Rationales, Prentice Hall As tumor grows, color may change and appear erythemic and sore, and may even bleed if touched.