What is another word for induration?
Pronunciation:
[ ɪndjʊ͡əɹˈe͡ɪʃən], [ ɪndjʊəɹˈeɪʃən], [ ɪ_n_d_j_ʊə_ɹ_ˈeɪ_ʃ_ə_n]
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Synonyms for Induration:
n.
• induration (noun) • state (noun)Other synonyms:
• fossilization • Other relevant words (noun):- insensitiveness,
- arteriosclerosis,
- thick skin,
- solidification,
- setting,
- toughness,
- philistinism,
- callus,
- imperviousness,
- rhinoceros hide,
- armor,
- hardening,
- density,
- petrification,
- hardness,
- Stoniness,
- obdurateness,
- hardness of heart,
- tempering,
- Flintiness,
- callosity,
- obduracy,
- atherosclerosis,
- hardheartedness,
- formidable defenses,
- resistance,
- callousness,
- insolence,
- Durity,
- heart of stone,
- insensitivity,
- solidity,
- stiffening.
How to use "Induration" in context?
1. The term "induration" refers to the hardening of a body part, usually tissue, due to Necrosis, Inflammation and Scarring.
2. Induration may occur due to a variety of sources, such as injury, infection, inflammation, or neoplasia.
3. Induration can lead to a variety of symptoms, including pain, redness, tenderness and swelling.
4. Treatment for induration depends on the cause and may include antibiotics, radiation therapy, or surgery.
5. Induration is a common complication after surgery, particularly for limb amputations.
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