abscess

• Acumulación localizada de pus rodeada de tejido inflamado, generalmente debida a una infección; puede requerir drenaje o tratamiento médico.

A medical condition characterized by a localized collection of pus surrounded by inflamed tissue, often resulting from infection.

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   A localized collection of pus surrounded by inflamed tissue, typically caused by a bacterial infection.

   Absceso

   • The dentist drained the abscess on her gum.
   • He developed an abscess after the wound became infected.
   • The doctor prescribed antibiotics to treat the abscess.

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