verruca
/ve'ru:kə/
Definition
Noun: 1. (Pathology) A small, firm, benign growth on the skin: A verruca is a type of wart, specifically one caused by a viral infection, often appearing on the soles of the feet (plantar wart). It is characterized by its rough texture and elevated form.
Usage
- Verrucae are contagious and can spread through direct contact or contact with contaminated surfaces, such as swimming pool decks.
- It is common to seek treatment for a verruca if it becomes painful, particularly when walking.
Examples
- Noun:
- The doctor diagnosed the small, rough bump on her heel as a verruca.
- He caught a verruca from the communal showers at the gym.
- Treatment options for a stubborn verruca include cryotherapy or topical acids.
Advanced Usage
- Medical Context: In dermatology, the term "verruca" is used to specify a wart of viral origin, distinguishing it from other skin growths like corns or calluses.
- The biopsy confirmed the lesion was a verruca vulgaris, the most common type of wart.
Variants and Related Words
- Verrucae (n): The plural form of verruca.
- The patient had multiple verrucae on both hands.
- Verrucous (adj): Describing a wart-like, rough texture.
- The lesion had a verrucous appearance under magnification.
Synonyms
- Wart: The general term for a verruca.
- Plantar wart: A specific type of verruca on the sole of the foot.
Idioms
(This word is highly specific to medical terminology and does not commonly feature in idioms.)
Phrasal Verbs
(This is a noun and does not have associated phrasal verbs.)
Noun
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(pathology) a firm abnormal elevated blemish on the skin; caused by a virus
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