What is another word for Escharotic?
Pronunciation: [ˌɛʃɐɹˈɒtɪk] (IPA) 
Escharotic is a relatively obscure word used to describe substances that cause tissue to become hardened and blackened, typically as part of a medical treatment. However, there are a number of synonyms that can be used in its place, such as caustic, corrosive, and ablative. These terms all describe the ability of a substance to destroy tissue or otherwise alter its structure. Other related words include necrotic, which describes tissues that have died or been damaged, and cytotoxic, which refers to substances that can kill cells. In the medical field, a wide range of escharotics and other agents are used to treat conditions ranging from skin diseases to cancer.
