punctured. Wounded by a pointed instrument.

purge. A cathartic.

purulent. Having the character of pus.

pus. A fluid product of inflammation.

pustule. A soft purulent papule.

putrefaction. Organic decomposition, decay.

putrid. Manifesting putrefaction.

pyemia. A condition in which pyogenic bacteria circulate in the blood, and form abscesses wherever they lodge.

pyogenic. Developing or excreting pus.