1. a bacterial skin infection characterized by the formation of pus
Usage: medical

Examples

• The veterinarian diagnosed the dog with pyoderma after examining the infected skin lesions.
• Pyoderma can occur when bacteria enter through small cuts or scratches in the skin.
• The patient’s pyoderma required antibiotic treatment to clear the infection.
• Hot spots on dogs are a common form of superficial pyoderma.
• The dermatologist explained that pyoderma often develops in areas where the skin stays moist.
• Proper hygiene can help prevent pyoderma in susceptible individuals.