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tropical sore

 

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Noun tropical sore has 1 sense
  1. cutaneous leishmaniasis, Old World leishmaniasis, oriental sore, tropical sore, Delhi boil, Aleppo boil - leishmaniasis of the skin; characterized by ulcerative skin lesions
    --1 is a kind of leishmaniasis, leishmaniosis, kala azar

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Tropical Sore

Definition:

A tropical sore is a painful, ulcerative skin lesion caused by the bacteria Leishmania found in tropical and subtropical regions.

Senses:

  1. Noun (Medical):

    A skin lesion or sore caused by a parasitic infection, typically found in tropical and subtropical regions.

    Example sentence: A visit to a dermatologist is recommended if you suspect you have contracted a tropical sore during your trip to the Amazon rainforest.

  2. Noun (Local):

    In some local regions, "tropical sore" may refer to a common term for a locally prevalent skin infection.

    Example sentence: In that remote village, the term "tropical sore" is used to describe a type of skin rash caused by prolonged exposure to humid weather conditions.

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