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Skin abscess

Alternative Names: Abscess - skin; Cutaneous abscess; Subcutaneous abscess Symptoms: Skin lesion Open sore or closed, domed nodule Reddened May drain fluid Localized swelling, induration (hardening of tissue) Tender and warm affected area Fever or chills, in some cases Signs and tests: Your doctor can diagnose the condition based on the appearance of the area. A culture or examination of any drainage from the lesion may help identify what organism is causing it.

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