Cutaneous abscess overview
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
Overview
An abscess is a collection of pus that has accumulated in a cavity formed by the tissue on the basis of an infectious process (usually caused by bacteria or parasites) or other foreign materials (e.g. splinters or bullet wounds). It is a defensive reaction of the tissue to prevent the spread of infectious materials to other parts of the body.