Abscess

What was the result of virulent infection in weak bodies?

• It often lead to a persistent state of chronic infection.

• It could be cured with careful daily disinfection.

• It was usually fatal before the discovery of antibiotics.

• It formed the creamy liquid known as pus.

What happens during the battle between invading bacteria and white cells in the inflamed area?

• The bacteria always win and form an abscess.

• The white cells always win and destroy the bacteria.

• Many casualties occur, forming pus.

• The inflamed area becomes sterile.

What is an abscess?

• A localized collection of bacteria in the body.

• A type of chronic infection.

• A temporary repair tissue called granulation tissue.

• A localized collection of pus surrounded by damaged and inflamed tissues.

What is the usual cause of abscess in the oral cavity?

• A viral infection.

• A fungal infection.

• A bacterial infection, often by staphylococci.

• A failure of the body's protective mechanisms.

What is the usual form of treatment for abscesses?

• Careful daily disinfection of the oral cavity.

• Granulation tissue.

• Antiseptic lotions.

• Antibiotics, aided by surgical incision to release pus where necessary.

Antibiotics are the only form of treatment for abscesses.

• True

• False

A boil is an example of an abscess within the skin.

• True

• False

If the balance between infection and body resistance is equal, it often leads to a persistent state of chronic infection.

• True

• False

An abscess is a localized collection of pus surrounded by damaged and inflamed tissues.

• True

• False

An abscess in the oral cavity is never caused by bacterial infection.

• True

• False