Celiopyosis

/ˌseːliəʊpaɪˈəʊsɪs/ noun

Definition

A discharge or suppuration (pus formation) within the abdominal cavity.

Etymology

From Greek koilia (belly) + pyesis (suppuration, pus formation). The root 'pyo-' appears in many medical terms related to pus and infection.

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An infection spreading through your abdomen would be life-threatening, which is why ancient doctors developed terms to describe these dangerous conditions they couldn't yet treat!

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