Abscesses
An abscess is a collection of pus in any part of the body and causes swelling and inflammation. This article describes the different types, their symptoms, causes, prevention and treatment.
http://www.wellness.com/reference/conditions/abscesses/
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Provides links to articles and other resources on these pockets of pus that can form anywhere in the body.
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/abscesses.html
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Article about these abscesses which are caused by Staphylococcus aureus bacteria accumulating in pus-filled pockets on the skin surface.
http://www.merck.com/mmhe/sec18/ch211/ch211e.html
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Factsheet on this infection which involves the accumulation of pus-forming bacteria in a small hole in the skin, usually at the very top of the cleft between the buttocks.
http://www.cks.nhs.uk/patient_information_leaflet/Pilonidal_Sinus
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Factsheet describing these conditions, their presentation, investigation, differential diagnosis and management.
http://www.patient.co.uk/doctor/Boils-and-Carbuncles.htm
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Information about pilonidal cysts and surgical treatment options, personal stories and a discussion board.
http://www.pilonidal.org/
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Community website for those in the UK with pilonidal sinuses and abscesses. Includes information, articles and a forum.
http://www.pilonidal.net
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Article covering the pathology, clinical presentations and appropriate management of the disease.
http://www.worldwidewounds.com/2003/december/Miller/Pilonidal-Sinus.html
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