discoloration
noun
dis·col·or·ation
(ˌ)dis-ˌkə-lə-ˈrā-shən 
1
: the act of discoloring : the state of being discolored
2
: a discolored spot or formation : stain
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Ellie has had major dental issues, such as crowns, discolorations, and the loss of six teeth in just a few months.
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Daniella Gray, MSNBC Newsweek, 19 July 2025
When the pressure in the legs increases further, tiny capillary vessels can rupture and leak fluid, resulting in a more woody texture and brown discoloration.
—Judy Stone, Forbes.com, 18 July 2025
Laser resurfacing can cause infection, pain, scarring, or skin discoloration.
—Stephanie Brown, Verywell Health, 17 July 2025
Patients can experience swelling, pain and skin discoloration.
—Erika Edwards, NBC news, 17 July 2025
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Daniella Gray, MSNBC Newsweek, 19 July 2025
When the pressure in the legs increases further, tiny capillary vessels can rupture and leak fluid, resulting in a more woody texture and brown discoloration.
—Judy Stone, Forbes.com, 18 July 2025
Laser resurfacing can cause infection, pain, scarring, or skin discoloration.
—Stephanie Brown, Verywell Health, 17 July 2025
Patients can experience swelling, pain and skin discoloration.
—Erika Edwards, NBC news, 17 July 2025
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“Discoloration.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/discoloration. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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