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absceso means abscess — a common term in Medical Spanish. Learn how it's used in a real-world example.

📅 Published: September 14, 2025

🩺 Medical Spanish

absceso

noun • /[ab-SEH-soh]/

abscess

Example:

Drenaremos el absceso bajo anestesia local.

We will drain the abscess under local anesthesia.

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🧠 What does absceso mean?

An 'absceso' is a painful, swollen lump filled with pus, usually caused by a bacterial infection. It can occur anywhere on the body, under the skin, or even inside an organ. Think of it as a localized collection of pus that the body creates to fight off infection.

📚 Extra examples

  • El médico drenó el absceso en su brazo.
    The doctor drained the abscess on his arm.
  • Me duele mucho el absceso dental.
    My dental abscess hurts a lot.
  • Es importante mantener el absceso limpio para prevenir más infección.
    It's important to keep the abscess clean to prevent further infection.
  • El absceso se formó después de la cirugía.
    The abscess formed after the surgery.

❓ FAQ

How do you say 'abscess' in Spanish?
The Spanish word for 'abscess' is 'absceso'.
How do you pronounce 'absceso' in Spanish?
It's pronounced ab-SEH-so. The stress is on the second syllable.
How do you use 'absceso' in a sentence?
Here are a few examples: 'El médico trató el absceso.' (The doctor treated the abscess.) or 'Tengo un absceso en la pierna.' (I have an abscess on my leg.)
What is the English translation of 'absceso'?
'Absceso' translates to 'abscess' in English.
Does 'absceso' change for gender or number?
No, 'absceso' is a masculine noun and its plural form is 'abscesos'.
Is 'absceso' common in everyday Spanish?
While not an everyday word, it's common enough in medical contexts and you might hear it if someone is describing an illness or injury.
Does 'absceso' have slang or double meanings?
No, 'absceso' is a straightforward medical term without slang or double meanings.
Is 'absceso' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
No, the meaning and usage of 'absceso' are consistent across both Spain and Latin America.

🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "absceso"

Synonyms: forúnculo, nacido, pústula

💡 Did You Know?

The word 'absceso' comes from the Latin word 'abscessus,' which means 'a going away,' referring to the pus going away from the body.

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