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Once the abscess is properly drained,
the prognosis is excellent for the condition itself. The reason for
the abscess (other diseases the patient has) will determine the
overall outcome. If, on the other hand, the abscess ruptures into
neighboring areas or permits the infectious agent to spill into the
bloodstream, serious or fatal consequences are likely. Abscesses in
and around the nasal sinuses, face, ears, and scalp may work their
way into the brain. Abscesses within an abdominal organ such as the
liver may rupture into the abdominal cavity. In either case, the
result is life threatening. Blood poisoning is a term commonly used
to describe an infection that has spilled into the blood stream and
spread throughout the body from a localized origin. Blood poisoning,
known to physicians as septicemia, is also life threatening.
Of special note, abscesses in the hand are more serious than they
might appear. Due to the intricate structure and the overriding
importance of the hand, any hand infection must be treated promptly
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