If you notice a painful bump on the roof of your mouth, it could be an abscess—an infection that forms when bacteria invade ...

A gum infection is a harmful infection in the mouth that causes damage and inflammation in the gums and jaw. Knowing what to do for a gum infection can help to avoid complications. Gum infections ...

Researchers have examined the records of 87 patients admitted to hospital with brain abscesses, and found that the 52 patients for whom no cause had been found were about three times as likely to have ...

A pyogenic liver abscess is a collection of pus in the liver that forms when a bacterial infection reaches the organ. Without early diagnosis and treatment, a pyogenic liver abscess may lead to severe ...

Persistent dry mouth, beyond simple thirst, stems from multiple factors including medications, health conditions, and lifestyle. This condition, known as xerostomia, significantly impacts oral health, ...