escharotic
/ˌɛskəˈrɑtɪk/
adjective
- Relating to or causing the formation of an eschar; capable of destroying tissue and producing a scab.
- Some traditional remedies contain escharotic substances that burn away unhealthy tissue.
- The escharotic ointment was used in ancient medicine to treat certain skin growths.
- The doctor warned that the escharotic effect of the chemical could damage healthy skin if not applied carefully.
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noun
- A substance that causes the formation of an eschar, used especially in historical or alternative medicine to remove unwanted tissue.
- In the past, escharotics were sometimes applied to warts or tumors to burn them off.
- Modern doctors rarely use escharotics because safer treatments are available.
- The herbalist prepared an escharotic from plant extracts to treat the skin lesion.