What is Carbuncle ?!
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carbuncle
As a medical term
A ]] larger than a boil, usually with one or more openings draining pus onto the skin. It is usually caused by bacterial infection.
In gemology
A carbuncle is a term for a convex, unfaceted, deep-red garnet.
In the Bible
The word carbuncle occurs in three places in most translations of the Bible. Each use originates from the same Hebrew word בָּרְקַת בָּרְקַת or bâreqath bâreqath (baw-reh'-keth, baw-rek-ath'). In this sense, a carbuncle is usually taken to mean a gem, particularly a deep-red garnet, unfaceted and convex; however, the Hebrew definition is less definite and the precise color of the gems is not known.
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Its an inflammation of the subcutaneous tissue(a fatty layer found below the dermis. It gives smoothnes and contour to the body,contains fats for use as energy, and also acts as a protective cushion for the outer skin. caused by staphylococci(pus-forming bacteria that grow in clusters like a bunch of grapes).It is similar to a fruncle but larger. A furuncle is a localized bacterial infection of the hair follicle that produces constant pain.It is limited to a specific area and produces a pustule perforated by a hair. Practicing approved sanitation and disenfection procedures will help prevent the spread of these diseases.A client with either condition should be referred to a physician for medical treatment.
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Miladys Standard Cosmetology.
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