Ulcerate

usgb/ˈʌlsəreɪt/
verb

To develop an ulcer or ulcers.

Her leg began to ulcerate because of poor blood circulation.
Visual representation of "ulcerate" - To develop an ulcer or ulcers

Often appears as...

  • ulcerate from
  • begin to ulcerate

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Disapproving

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Medical Condition

Use 'ulcerate' when describing the process of an area on the body forming ulcers.

Illustration for Medical Condition
After months of neglect, the skin on his arm began to ulcerate.
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Negative Development

'Ulcerate' implies a negative progression in health or condition, often due to neglect or disease.

Illustration for Negative Development
The patient's wounds started to ulcerate after being untreated.
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Associated Pain

Ulceration typically involves pain or discomfort, making it a sensitive topic.

Illustration for Associated Pain
She winced as the sore spots on her feet began to ulcerate.
Visual representation of the word "Ulcerate"

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