Abdominal abscesses can be life threatening without prompt medical attention. Early diagnosis and treatment are essential in preventing serious complications. An abdominal abscess is a collection of ...

Pilonidal sinus—also called a pilonidal cyst—is a skin infection that occurs in or around the crease of your buttocks. This condition happens when hair, skin cells, and dirt clog a hair follicle, ...

Draining simple skin abscesses in combination with antibiotic treatment is more effective than drainage alone, according to a study published in the New England Journal of Medicine. Researchers ...