A painful collection of pus anywhere in the body caused by bacterial infection is called abscess. This collection of the pus is within the tissue. While pressing, you can feel the swelling. There are mainly two types of abscess: - Skin abscesses: They develop under the skin - Internal abscesses: They develop inside the body, in an organ or in the spaces between organs. Among the two, skin abscess is more common.
Common symptoms of an abscess include:
Abscesses form when the body's immune system tries to fight off bacteria that have entered the skin. People with weakened immune systems, such as those with cancer, AIDS, diabetes, or severe burns, are more susceptible to abscesses
At Rama Hospital, our experienced doctors diagnose abscesses through a thorough physical examination and medical history review. Blood tests may be ordered to rule out underlying conditions.
Treatment for abscesses depends on the severity and location. Options include: