Examples include peritonsillar (throat), pilonidal (buttock crease), and anorectal abscesses. Causes and Risk Factors Abscess incision and drainage - Healthdirect
Often called boils, these are common on the back, face, chest, armpits, and groin.
Infections inside the tooth or at the gum line.
An abscess is a pocket of pus made up of living and dead white blood cells, germs, fluid, and dead tissue. When bacteria or other foreign substances enter the body, the immune system sends white blood cells to the area. This process leads to inflammation and the death of nearby tissue, creating a cavity that fills with pus. Common Types and Locations
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