Pyogenesis is a medical term that refers to the formation of pus, often as a result of infection or inflammation. It occurs when the body responds to pathogens, leading to the accumulation of dead white blood cells, bacteria, and tissue debris. This process is commonly associated with abscesses and other localized infections. In a broader context, pyogenesis can be indicative of the body's immune response to various infectious agents.
The combining form "py-" comes from the Greek word "pyr," which means "fire" or "fever." In medical terminology, it often refers to pus or a condition associated with pus, such as "pyogenesis," which is the production of pus. It is commonly used in terms related to infections or inflammatory diseases.
I think the answer you want is pyogenesis, purulent, or suppuration. The word parts pyo- and -pur- can both mean pus.A rather disgusting mnemonic for remembering this a zombie has come home to his mother because she has baked him his favorite. Pure (-pur-) pus pie. Oh (pyo-) boy, yummy.
According to SOWPODS (the combination of Scrabble dictionaries used around the world) there are 2 words with the pattern PY-G------. That is, ten letter words with 1st letter P and 2nd letter Y and 4th letter G. In alphabetical order, they are: pyogeneses pyogenesis