abscesses
- plural of abscess.
Example Sentences
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The two-toed sloth went under the knife after keepers noticed swellings on the sides of its face, with investigations showing two root abscesses.
From BBC • Apr. 17, 2025
Perianal fistulae, abnormal connections between the anal canal and perianal skin, are a common complication of Crohn's disease that often result in painful abscesses and impact patients' quality of life.
From Science Daily • Apr. 24, 2024
Penicillin antibiotics, which kill bacteria by preventing them from building a cell wall, are used to treat various illnesses such as pneumonia, meningitis, skin infections and dental abscesses.
From Scientific American • Oct. 5, 2023
“We suspect this was the source of his chronic abscesses and fistulas,” the second surgeon noted, according to portions of medical records shared by Contreras with The Times.
From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 15, 2023
Chaulmoogra oil was known to cause abscesses, nausea, and other complications.
From "At Last She Stood" by Erin Entrada Kelly
