cutaneous abscess

What Are The Most Common Agents Of Abscess?

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What Are The Most Common Agents Of Abscess? For abscesses on the trunk, extremities, axillae, or head and neck, the most common organisms are Staphylococcus aureus (with methicillin-resistant S. aureus [MRSA] being the most common in the US) and streptococci. What is a cutaneous abscess? A cutaneous abscess is a localized collection of pus in

What Causes Cutaneous Abscess?

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What Causes Cutaneous Abscess? Common causes of a skin abscess Staphylococcus is the most common bacterial cause of skin abscesses. A skin abscess can be the result of a bacterial infection that occurs when Staphylococcus aureus bacteria enter the body through a hair follicle or through a wound or injury that has punctured or broken