How Do You Spell PARULIS?

Pronunciation: [pˈɑːjʊlˌa͡ɪz] (IPA)

Parulis is a dental term referring to a gumboil or a collection of pus at the end of the root of a tooth. The pronunciation of Parulis is [pəˈruːlɪs]. In this word, the first syllable "pa" is pronounced as [pə] which is an unstressed schwa vowel. The second syllable "ru" is pronounced as [ruː] which has a long "u" sound. The last syllable "lis" is pronounced as [lɪs] which has an "i" sound. The spelling of parulis is derived from the Greek word "pareilon" meaning "a thing beside."

PARULIS Meaning and Definition

  1. A parulis, also known as a gum boil or tooth abscess, is a small bump or pimple-like swelling that forms on the gum tissue near the teeth. It is typically filled with pus, a thick, yellowish or whitish fluid that is a result of an infection. A parulis is caused by a bacterial infection that develops when bacteria infiltrate the dental pulp, which is the soft, inner part of the tooth that contains nerves and blood vessels. This infection usually occurs as a result of dental decay, gum disease, or a dental injury.

    The symptoms of a parulis include pain, swelling, redness, and tenderness in the affected area. In some cases, there may be difficulty in chewing or biting, as well as sensitivity to hot or cold temperatures. If the abscess ruptures, there may be a release of the pus, along with a foul taste and bad breath.

    Treatment for a parulis involves addressing the underlying cause of the infection, which often involves a dental procedure such as a root canal or tooth extraction. This is generally accompanied by the use of antibiotics to control the infection. It is important to seek dental treatment promptly when a parulis is detected to prevent the infection from spreading and causing further complications.

  2. A gumboil.

    A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.

Common Misspellings for PARULIS

  • paralise
  • Parules
  • oarulis
  • larulis
  • -arulis
  • 0arulis
  • pzrulis
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  • pwrulis
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  • paeulis
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  • pafulis
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  • parylis
  • parhlis
  • parjlis
  • parilis

Etymology of PARULIS

The word "parulis" has its roots in Latin. It is derived from the Latin term "parulide", which means "a gum abscess". In Latin, "parulus" refers to a small child or an infant tooth, and it eventually came to be associated with the term for a gum abscess. The word was borrowed into English from Latin, specifically in the field of dentistry and oral health.

Similar spelling words for PARULIS

Plural form of PARULIS is PARULIDES

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