A skin abscess is a bump within or below the skin’s surface. It is usually full of pus, painful, and may feel thick and swollen. This is typically caused by a bacterial infection. A skin abscess may ...

Breast infections typically occur in people who are breastfeeding, but a rare type called a subareolar breast abscess can occur in people who aren’t. A doctor may drain the abscess or recommend ...

Every year between four and five million Americans suffer from chronic non-healing wounds, many caused by diabetes, poor circulation, pressure ulcers or other conditions. Proper wound care is ...

Boils result when the bacteria Staphylococcus aureus enter the skin and cause an infection. S. aureus live on the skin of many people and thrive in warm, moist areas, such as the groin and inner thigh ...

A gum abscess is a pocket of infection in the gums or the space between the teeth and the gums. Bacteria may reach the area due to a dental abscess or another oral hygiene issue, such as periodontitis ...

A retropharyngeal abscess is a life-threatening collection of pus that forms in the back of the throat. It typically develops when the lymph nodes behind your throat become infected. They may have ...

A gum boil is a painful, swollen bump filled with pus on your gums. Poor dental hygiene and injuries to the gums can lead to gum boils. You need to see a healthcare provider to treat a gum boil. A gum ...

Despite advances in imaging techniques, laboratory diagnostics, surgical interventions, and antimicrobial treatment, brain abscess remains a challenging clinical problem with substantial case fatality ...