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Abscess
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an aching cyst of pus in the tissues of the body
abscess
n
Example
She developed an abscess on her finger after a deep cut became infected.
The abscess on the skin became increasingly painful and swollen, necessitating immediate medical attention.
The patient underwent drainage of the abscess to alleviate the symptoms of angina.
Strangles spreads easily among horses, causing lymph node abscesses.
The doctor diagnosed the patient with angina, noting the presence of an abscess in the throat.