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  2. Abscess - Wikipedia

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    If the abscess does not heal only with incision and drainage, or if the abscess is in a place that is difficult to drain such as the face, hands, or genitals, then antibiotics may be indicated. [ 1 ] In those cases of abscess which do require antibiotic treatment, Staphylococcus aureus bacteria is a common cause and an anti-staphylococcus ...

  3. Incision and drainage - Wikipedia

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    For incisional abscesses, it is recommended that incision and drainage is followed by covering the area with a thin layer of gauze followed by sterile dressing.The dressing should be changed and the wound irrigated with normal saline at least twice each day. [4]

  4. Pus - Wikipedia

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    Amoebic abscesses of the liver produce brownish pus, which is described as looking like "anchovy paste". Pus from anaerobic infections can more often have a foul odor. [8] In almost all cases when there is a collection of pus in the body, a clinician will try to create an opening to drain it.

  5. Dental abscess - Wikipedia

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    A dental abscess is a localized collection of pus associated with a tooth. The most common type of dental abscess is a periapical abscess, and the second most common is a periodontal abscess. In a periapical abscess, usually the origin is a bacterial infection that has accumulated in the soft, often dead, pulp of the tooth.

  6. Pelvic abscess - Wikipedia

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    Pelvic abscess is a collection of pus in the pelvis, typically occurring following lower abdominal surgical procedures, or as a complication of pelvic inflammatory ...

  7. Brain infections in kids may be becoming more common, and ...

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    Treatment for brain abscesses and infections typically requires antibiotics and surgery, Milstone explains. If left untreated, these complications can be life-threatening, Bragg said, adding that ...

  8. Lung abscess - Wikipedia

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    Lung abscess is a type of liquefactive necrosis of the lung tissue and formation of cavities (more than 2 cm) [1] containing necrotic debris or fluid caused by microbial infection. This pus -filled cavity is often caused by aspiration, which may occur during anesthesia, sedation, or unconsciousness from injury.

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