Tuberculosis (TB) primarily affects the lungs. However, TB-causing bacteria can lead to pus collecting in the tissues. This is known as an abscess. Mycobacterium tuberculosis (M. tuberculosis) is the ...

Spinal epidural abscess is an infection in the epidural space. Patients typically present with localized back or neck pain (or both) that is accompanied by fever or neurologic symptoms. Magnetic ...

Paraspinal abscesses are rare infections affecting the paraspinal muscles and soft tissues. An evolving abscess may pose a threat to the spinal cord via the compressive effect which can manifest as ...