bullous

[buhl-uh s]

adjective Pathology.

pertaining to, similar to, or characterized by bullae.

Origin of bullous

First recorded in 1895–1900; bull(a) + -ous

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The macular, papular, and bullous eruptions are most common.
Essentials of Diseases of the Skin
Henry Weightman Stelwagon
The vesicular and bullous types demand mild protective applications, such as used in eczema and pemphigus.
Essentials of Diseases of the Skin
Henry Weightman Stelwagon
Does the eruption of erythema multiforme ever assume a vesicular or bullous character?
Essentials of Diseases of the Skin
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It may continue in the same type, or change to the vesicular, bullous or other variety.
Essentials of Diseases of the Skin
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Pompholyx is a rare disease of the skin of a vesicular and bullous character, and limited to the hands and feet.
Essentials of Diseases of the Skin
Henry Weightman Stelwagon