Cold abscess

Cold Abscess

A Cold Abscess (pronunciation: /koʊld/ /ˈæb.ses/) is a type of abscess that does not present with the typical signs of inflammation, such as heat, redness, and pain.

Etymology

The term "Cold Abscess" is derived from the Latin words "abscessus" meaning "a going away," referring to the pus that 'goes away' from the body, and "cold," referring to the lack of heat typically associated with an abscess.

Definition

A Cold Abscess is a collection of pus that forms due to a bacterial infection, but unlike typical abscesses, it does not cause the surrounding tissue to become hot or painful. This is often due to the slow progression of the infection, which allows the body's immune system to partially contain it, reducing the typical inflammatory response.

Causes

Cold Abscesses are often caused by slow-growing bacteria, such as Mycobacterium tuberculosis, the bacterium that causes tuberculosis. They can also be caused by other types of bacteria that are able to evade the body's immune response.

Symptoms

The main symptom of a Cold Abscess is a slowly enlarging, soft, non-tender mass. It may be accompanied by other symptoms, such as weight loss and fatigue, depending on the underlying cause of the infection.

Treatment

Treatment for a Cold Abscess typically involves draining the pus and treating the underlying infection with antibiotics. In some cases, surgery may be required to remove the abscess.

Related Terms

• Abscess
• Pus
• Inflammation
• Mycobacterium tuberculosis
• Tuberculosis
• Antibiotics

External links

• Medical encyclopedia article on Cold abscess
• Wikipedia's article - Cold abscess

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