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ec·thy·ma | \ ek-ˈthī-mə 
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\Medical Definition of ecthyma
1 : a cutaneous eruption marked by large flat pustules that have a hardened base surrounded by inflammation, heal with pigmented scar formation, and occur especially on the lower legs
2 : sore mouth of sheep
Other Words from ecthyma
ecthymatous \ ek-ˈthim-ət-əs , -ˈthīm- \ adjective
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