Skin Abscess A skin abscess is a pocket of pus. It forms when the body tries to protect itself from an infection by creating a wall around it. The pus contains bacteria,
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Bacterial skin infection. Big Acne Cyst Abscess or Ulcer Swollen area within face skin tissue. Containing accumulation of pus and blood. Macro shot of Stock Photo - Alamy
Abscesses, What are abscesses?, What causes abscesses?, Are abscesses contagious?, How are abscesses treated and prevented?
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