eitriges

Eitriges is a German adjective used in medical contexts to describe an infection or inflammatory process that produces pus. The term derives from Eiter, the German word for pus, with the suffix -ig, forming a meaning akin to pus-forming or purulent.

In clinical usage, eitrig describes both the exudate and the tissue response. Purulent discharge is typically thick and opaque, often yellow to green in color, and is accompanied by signs of inflammation such as redness, warmth, swelling, and pain. Eitrige processes can occur in diverse sites, including skin and soft tissue (for example, a purulent wound or abscess), the mucous membranes (purulent otitis or sinusitis), or internal organs during bacterial infections.

Distinguishing purulent from non-purulent inflammation helps guide management. Eitrige lesions frequently indicate bacterial involvement and may require antimicrobial therapy, drainage of collections, and attention to infection control and wound care. In some contexts, the term is used descriptively without implying a specific pathogen, while in others it points to pyogenic bacteria known to produce pus.

In English-language medical translation, eitrig is commonly rendered as purulent or pus-forming. Related terms include eitriger Ausfluss (purulent discharge) and eitrige Entzündung (purulent inflammation). Understanding the term supports accurate documentation of clinical findings and appropriate treatment planning.