What does "No purulent or other discharge" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.
"No purulent or other discharge" is a medical term that refers to the absence of any abnormal fluid coming out from a part of the body. Purulent discharge is a thick fluid that often looks like pus and is usually a sign of infection. So, if a doctor says there is "no purulent or other discharge", it means that there is no sign of infection or other disease that could cause abnormal fluid to come out.
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