suppuration
pathology
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Suppuration is the process of forming or discharging pus. Pus is a fluid composed of degenerating white blood cells, tissue debris, and microorganisms, typically forming during inflammation caused by bacterial invasion.12
This process often leads to the formation of an abscess, which is a localized collection of pus within tissues broken down by bacteria. Abscesses can occur on the skin or internally and are characterized by redness, pain, swelling, and heat. Treatment may involve draining the pus and administering antibiotics.3
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