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Definition of Lumpy jaw

1. Noun. The commonest and least severe form of actinomycosis; affects the face and neck regions.

Medical Definition of Lumpy jaw

1. A chronic local or systemic granulomatous infection caused by the fungus Actinomyces bovis or israeli. Symptoms include: weight loss, weakness, fever and pain at site of infection. Signs: multiple draining sinuses. (27 Sep 1997)

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