Primary

{pri’ -ma-re) \_primus, first]. First in time or in importance. P. Amputation, one that is done before the development of inflammation, usually within the first twenty four hours. P. Bubo, a simple adenitis of an inguinal lymphatic gland, resulting from mechanical irritation. It is also known as bub on d ’ emblee. P. Dementia, a form of insanity occurring in young adults, and characterized by an extreme degree of apathy, the patient lying motionle , absolutely listle , without wants and seemingly without perception of his surroundings. P. Lesion, the original lesion which forms the starting-point PR1MIGRAVIDA for secondary lesions. P. Sore, the initial sclerosis or chancre of syphilis. 523