Question

Abscesses (collection of pus) is an example of what infection?

1) Bacterial infection
2) Viral infection
3) Fungal infection
4) Parasitic infection

Answer 1

Abscesses are an example of a bacterial infection. They are pus-filled lesions that can occur in various parts of the body.

Step-by-step explanation:

Abscesses, which are collections of pus, are an example of a bacterial infection.

Infections can be classified as local, focal, or systemic depending on their extent. Local infections are confined to a small area of the body, like a hair follicle infected by Staphylococcus aureus, resulting in a boil. Abscesses are pus-filled lesions that can occur in various parts of the body.

Examples and images of abscesses caused by bacterial infections can be seen in Figures 21.4 and 21.10.