Eritetttä

Eritetttä is a Finnish term used in medical and biological language to denote a secretion or discharge produced by tissues. The root erite refers to a substance discharged from a body surface or organ; eritetettä is one grammatical form used to refer to the discharge itself. In English medical writing, similar concepts are secretion or exudate, depending on context.

Common forms of erite include serous, mucous, purulent (pus-filled), and mucopurulent discharges. Sites commonly described with erite include the nose (nasal discharge), lungs (sputum), skin wounds (exudate), the genitourinary tract (vaginal or urethral discharge), and the eyes (eye discharge). The appearance and color of erite can suggest different conditions, such as infection, inflammation, allergies, or trauma.

Clinical assessment of erite involves description in records and, if indicated, laboratory analysis of the sample. Tests may include microscopy, culture, Gram stain, and chemical analyses to identify pathogens or characterize inflammation. Correct collection, transport, and storage are important for reliable results.

The term is primarily used in Finnish medical literature; in English, secretion or exudate is commonly used. It derives from erite, meaning discharge.