An abscess is a pool of pus with many causes that forms within the cells of the body. Symptoms are fever, warmth, swelling, redness and pain. It may drain forming a fistula. … [Read more...]
Infection
Infection is an overabundance (caused by multiplication) of either bacteria, viruses, or parasites, or a combination of two or all of them which produces a harmful effect on the tissues. … [Read more...]
Pus
Pus is a concentration of dead white blood cells and bacteria within infected tissue. It is a result of the defense system of the body responding to this infection by sending the white blood cells to the area for defense. It is somewhat thick in texture and is … [Read more...]
Boil
A boil is usually caused by the infection of a hair follicle and produces pus under the skin. The proper term is furuncle. See also: carbuncle. … [Read more...]
