No suggestion of abscess

What does "No suggestion of 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

"No suggestion of abscess" means that there are no signs or symptoms indicating the presence of an abscess. An abscess is a pocket of pus that can form in different parts of the body due to an infection. It often causes pain, swelling, and redness in the area. If a medical report says there's "no suggestion of abscess," it means the doctor didn't find any evidence of this condition during the examination or in the test results.

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