gangrene
word
Definition
Gangrene is a serious condition where body tissue dies because it does not get enough blood, often due to infection or injury. It can be very dangerous if not treated quickly.
Usage & Nuances
Medical term, formal register; mostly used with 'tissue', 'infection', 'develops gangrene'. Not used in everyday situations except in a medical context. Sometimes divided into 'dry gangrene' and 'wet gangrene' (more severe).
Spanish: gangrenaPortuguese (BR): gangrenaPortuguese (PT): gangrenaChinese (Simplified): 坏疽Chinese (Traditional): 壞疽Hindi: गैंगरीनArabic: غرغريناBengali: গ্যাংগ্রিনRussian: гангренаJapanese: 壊疽（えそ）Vietnamese: hoại tửKorean: 괴저Turkish: kangrenUrdu: ناسورIndonesian: gangren
Example Sentences
If gangrene is not treated, it can spread quickly.
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The doctor said his foot had gangrene.
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Gangrene can happen after a severe injury.
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He lost his finger to gangrene after the accident.
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Early treatment can prevent gangrene from becoming life-threatening.
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Some people with diabetes are at higher risk for gangrene.
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