An abscess is a localized infection on any part of the body or organ, whereby there is inflammation, swelling, pus formation, and painfulness; with or without other signs of infection.

An abscess is essentially caused by infection, largely bacterial infection. It can also be caused by parasite infection. An abscess may be caused or triggered by a foreign body or physical trauma or injury.

An abscess is a sign of the body's reaction to infection or trauma. It is a sign of the body's defence mechanism at work whereby an army of white blood cells start fighting against the infection or foreign body and lead to pus formation. In this process, there will be inflammation, swelling, painfulness and even fever.

Homeopathy is strongly indicated for recurring and resistant cases of abscesses.