1) Certain infection 2) Dental affliction 3) Dental problem 4) Gum infection 5) Gum sore 6) Inflammation 7) Pus-filled sore 8) Sore spot 9) Swelling containing pus 10) Swollen area 11) Swollen inflammation 12) Symptom 13) Tooth problem 14) Tooth trouble 15) Trouble for a tooth
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• (n.) A collection of pus or purulent matter in any tissue or organ of the body, the result of a morbid process.
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(L. abscessus, from ab away + cedere to go) a localized collection of pus caused by suppuration buried in tissues, organs, or confined spaces.
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a localized collection of pus in a cavity formed from tissues that have been broken down by infectious bacteria. An abscess is caused when such ... [3 related articles]
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A collection of fluid, called pus, located on or in the body that is an immune system response to a foreign body or infective substance. It is characterized by swelling, heat, redness, and pain.
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A puss filled cavity.
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a local infection. A Severe decay, periodontal disease, or trauma are causative factors. It is characterized by swelling and pain. If an abscess ruptures, it will be accompanied by sudden relief from pain due to a reduction in ssure. A foul taste may also be noticed.
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A localized collection of pus in any part of the body, surrounded by an inflamed area which forms a well-defined wall (abscess cavity). It is commonly caused by infection with pus-forming (pyogenic) bacteria, but may also result from the intrusion of a foreign body. Causes of abscesses Abscesse...
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A local infection resulting in the collection of pus under pressure. A dental abscess may be caused by severe decay, trauma, or gum disease and will be characterized by swelling and pain. If an abscess ruptures, it can be accompanied by sudden relief from pain and a foul taste in the mouth.
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<microbiology, surgery> A localised collection of pus caused by suppuration buried in tissues, organs or confined spaces. Usually due to an infective process. ... Origin: L. Abscessus, from ab = away, cedere = to go ... (18 Nov 1997) ...
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(ab´ses) a localized collection of pus in a cavity formed by the disintegration of tissue, usually caused by microorganisms that invade the tissues, such as through a small wound or break in the skin. An abscess is a natural defense mechanism in which the body attempts to localize an infection and wall off the mic...
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A pus-filled cavity; an abscess in the breast of a nursing woman can result from untreated mastitis, or breast infection
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A localized inflammation due to a collection of pus in the bone or soft tissue, usually caused by an
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A collection of pus enclosed by damaged and inflamed tissues.
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A cavity within a tissue occupied by pus (chiefly composed of degenerating inflammatory cells), generally caused by bacteria that resist killing by phagocytes.
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Ab'scess noun ;
plural Abscesses [ Latin
abscessus a going away, gathering of humors, abscess, from
abscessus , past participle of
absedere to go away;
ab ,
abs +
cedere to go off, retire. See
Cede .]
(Medicine) A collection of ...
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A collection of pus.
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A collection of pus, usually formed because of infection.
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A localized collection of pus buried in tissues, organs, or confined spaces of the body, often accompanied by swelling and inflammation and frequently caused by bacteria. See boil.
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A localized accumulation of pus that is usually associated with an infection. There may be pain and swelling at the site of the abscess. An abscess can spread to nearby tissues, lead to a more serious infection or even death if not treated properly. An abscess will need to be surgically cut open and drained. Antibiotics may be necessary. N...
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A localized collection of pus in a cavity formed by disintegration or necrosis of tissues. (from the ILDS Committee on Nomenclature - R. Winkelmann, Chairman)
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noun symptom consisting of a localized collection of pus surrounded by inflamed tissue
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A common infection characterized by a localized accumulation of polymorphonuclear leukocytes with tissue necrosis involving the dermis and subcutaneous tissue.
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a localized collection of pus in the tissues of the body, often accompanied by swelling and inflammation and frequently caused by bacteria.
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A pus-filled cavity; an abscess in the breast of a nursing woman can result from untreated mastitis, or breast infection. Symptoms of an abscess include throbbing pain, swelling, tenderness, localized heat, and fever. Treatment includes antibiotics and possible surgical drainage.
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