👉 Cicatrise is a medical term used to describe a scar or lesion that develops on the skin after an infection has healed. It's usually caused by bacteria, fungi, or parasites, and can be painful if it doesn't heal properly. In the context of medicine, a cicatrice is a small area of tissue that forms over time when an injury or illness heals, which can lead to pain and discomfort for the patient as well as their family or caregivers. It's often used in conjunction