Question 1

what is the difference between an abscess and a pustule?

Accepted Answer

Abscess, pustule: A pustule is a small swelling/elevation of skin that contains pus and cellular debris.  An abscess is a collection of pus, either close to the skin, with overlying redness and warmth, or abscess collections may also form deep in tissues, internal organs and body cavities.

Question 2

what is the difference between an abscess pustule and furuncle?

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Not much: Pustule is a small abscess and furuncle is an abscess of a hair follicle.  An abscess is a collection of pus in any tissues.

Question 3

what is the best way to treat an abscess/pustule on the rear of the thigh? there is pain, but no signs of redness or swelling. thank you!

Accepted Answer

Abscess : The area may need to be drained and there is danger of infection spreading.  Please see your doctor.

Question 4

what are the symptoms of abscess?

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Inflammation: Abscess is the result of acute suppurative inflammation and inflammation produces, pain, swelling, redness, local warmth and loss of function of the affected part.  There may be fever, malaise etc. Depending on the location and size of the abscess.

Question 5

what sort of problem is an abscess?

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Let me explain: An abscess (latin: abscessus) is a collection of pus (dead neutrophils) that has accumulated in a cavity formed by the tissue in which the pus resides due to an infectious process (usually caused by bacteria or parasites) or other foreign materials (e.g., splinters, bullet wounds, or injecting needles). It is a defensive reaction of the tissue to prevent the spread of infectious materials to other.

Question 6

what should i do for abscess i popped?

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Absolutely: See a dentist asap to place you on the appropriate antibiotic regimen and treat the cause of the abscess! left untreated, even if you have no pain or swelling or aware of any symptom, it will not be cured and it will only come back to bite you.

Question 7

what's a facial abscess?

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Facial Abscess: Collection of pus in a cavity on the face.

Question 8

can you pop an abscess on gum?

Accepted Answer

An abscess: Is a manifestation of infection. It can go to the bloodstream and can adversely affect especially  the ones with compromised immune system. Please see your dentist so you can get proper attention.

Question 9

does appendicitis cause any abscess?

Accepted Answer

Pus Happens: Abscesses are often associated with appendicitis, especially after perforation. They may manifest itself with the initial episode or (even) weeks after an appendectomy. Treatment requires drainage (usually via radiologic guidance) and antibiotics.

Question 10

how do a cyst and an abscess differ?

Accepted Answer

Several : A cyst is a lesion that has an inner cavity lined with epithelial cells
abscess means the presence of  pus.
A chronic cyst may become acute( infected) at which time the central cavity fills with pus.
This is then referred to as an abscess.

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