How Is an Abscess Formed?
Most Abscesses Are Caused by a Bacterial Infection. When Bacteria Enter Your Body, Your Immune System Sends Infection-Fighting White Blood Cells to the...
Most abscesses are caused by a bacterial infection. When bacteria enter your body, your immune system sends infection-fighting white blood cells to the affected area. As the white blood cells attack the bacteria, some nearby tissue dies, creating a hole which then fills with pus to form an abscess.
What is the main cause of abscess?
Most abscesses are caused by an infection with staphylococcal bacteria. When bacteria enter the body, the immune system sends white blood cells to fight the infection. This causes swelling (inflammation) at the site of infection and the death of nearby tissue.
How do you stop an abscess from forming?
- Wash your hands regularly.
- Properly clean skin injuries, even if they're minor.
- Apply an antibacterial ointment to skin injuries and cover with a bandaid.
- Wash your face when you wake up and before bed.
- Encourage family members to wash their hands.
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