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Brain Abscess Definition
Common names:
  • Abscess Brain
  • Brain Abscess
A person with a brain abscess has a collection of pus in the brain tissue, caused by an infection. Images

A brain abscess is a rare problem. Those who have a weak immune system, such as AIDS, are at increased risk for a brain abscess.

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Last Updated: Sep 12, 2008  References
Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD
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