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malignant pustule |
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malignant pustule [mə′līg·nənt ′pəs·chül] (medicine) The commonest form of anthrax in humans, resulting from contamination of the skin; characterized by a necrotic pustule surrounded by an area of edema and vesicles containing yellow fluid. Also known as cutaneous anthrax. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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anthracis strain isolated from the malignant pustule of an agricultural anthrax patient, and the Bacillus subtilis EO-1 reference strain (kindly provided by the Hellenic Agricultural Ministry). A smear from the malignant pustule on the left cheek demonstrated anthrax bacilli. |
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