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ulceration

Pronunciation: [ʌl səˈreɪ ʃən]

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Learn how to use ulceration in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “medical condition”

(noun) a type of sore on the skin or inside the body that happens when tissue breaks down. It's like when you get a cut that doesn't heal properly and becomes worse.

Example

The doctor managed to treat the ulceration before it got any bigger.

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The wound did not lead to any ulceration, so the healing process was straightforward.

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What are the signs of ulceration that I should look for?

Context: “biological process”

(noun) the process of forming an ulcer, which is a sore or break in the surface of the skin or an organ. It’s like when something inside your body gets hurt and starts to become a sore.

Example

Ulceration can occur when blood flow to certain areas is reduced.

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The body did not show any signs of ulceration during the examination.

Example

How does ulceration happen in the digestive system?

How to pronounce ulceration

Pronunciation: [ʌl səˈreɪ ʃən]

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