Left foot abscess

What does "Left foot abscess" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

"Left foot abscess" refers to a pocket of pus that has formed in the left foot. This is usually caused by an infection. The pus is a thick fluid that often contains white blood cells, dead tissue, and bacteria. The body creates this pus as a response to fight the infection.

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