The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 8 letter word PURULENT
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The straight part
We know that "regarding discharge" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case regarding discharge = purulent.The cryptic/wordplay part
In cryptic crossword there's often an wordplay/cryptic part as well.This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does PURULENT mean?
PURULENT adjective- Consisting of pus.
- Leaking or seeping pus.