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lesions

[/ˈliːʒənz/]
nounpl: lesions
lesões
1. An abnormal change in the structure of an organ or tissue due to injury or disease
The doctor examined the lesions on the patient's skin.
O médico examinou as lesões na pele do paciente.
2. Physical damage or injury to tissue
Brain lesions can affect cognitive function.
As lesões cerebrais podem afetar a função cognitiva.
3. A sore, wound, or area of inflammation on the body
The patient developed several lesions after the accident.
O paciente desenvolveu várias lesões após o acidente.
Synonyms
woundssoresinjuriesulcersdamage
Antonyms
healthhealing

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
lesões
Standard medical term used throughout Brazil
Portugal
lesões
Standard medical term used in Portugal
General Brazilian
feridas
Used colloquially for wounds or sores

Related Idioms & Phrases

tissue lesion
skin lesion
brain lesion
spinal lesion
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