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Vocabulary Entry
tuberculoid
|adjective • noun
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A
adjective
Relating to or resembling tubercles or the condition known as tuberculous.
Example Sentences
"The patient exhibited tuberculoid symptoms that required further investigation."
"Her tuberculoid rash prompted the doctor to conduct tests for tuberculosis."
"The research focused on tuberculoid lesions found in specific populations."
N
noun
A person affected by tuberculoid leprosy, a form of leprosy characterized by a few localized lesions.
Example Sentences
"He was diagnosed as a tuberculoid, showing minimal lesions on his skin."
"The clinic provided special care for tuberculoid patients."
"Understanding the social implications for tuberculoids is essential for effective treatment."