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Recognizing Positive Signs of Abscess Healing

Healing Progression of an Abscess ALT Text: A medical illustration showing an abscess healing over time, transitioning from an inflamed, swollen area to smooth, regenerated skin with reduced redness and swelling.

An abscess is essentially a pocket of pus that forms due to an infection. The human body’s response to infection involves sending white blood cells to the affected area, leading to inflammation and the accumulation of pus. This natural defense mechanism aims to isolate the infection and prevent it from spreading.