abscess

Example Sentences

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And without sufficient oxygen, the skin is susceptible to ulcers, abscesses, and infection.

From Washington Times

The defense has put forth Mallouk, Sebastian’s doctor, who said he helped coordinate procedures in 2017, including a gallbladder removal, two procedures related to draining an abscess, and two involving a painful gastrointestinal wound.

From Los Angeles Times

From there, it can create abscesses in the brain that elicit strokes and dementia or carve lesions into the spinal cord.

From Salon

However, the drug is causing nasty skin abscesses and ulcers, sometimes resulting in amputations.

From Washington Times

Mr Edwards, a boxing coach, uses crutches as he cannot wear his prosthetic leg due to an abscess.

From BBC