Researchers from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem and the Weizmann Institute of Science have identified a previously ...

Abscesses are a common problem if you have Crohn’s disease. They’re painful pockets of pus and bacteria that can form in your stomach, pelvis, or around your anus. You’ll need antibiotics to treat the ...

What is peritonitis: It’s inflammation of the peritoneum, often caused by bacterial infection or fluid leakage from nearby organs, and can lead to life-threatening sepsis. Why act fast: Sudden, ...

Dear Doctors: I am a 67-year-old physically active man. I was taking turmeric three times a day for several weeks to reduce workout-related inflammation. I ended up in the hospital with an abscess and ...

Pregnancy poses many challenges, including protecting against infection and increased nutritional demands.

A perforated duodenal ulcer can lead to severe complications, as it allows bacteria from the intestine to escape into and infect the lining of the abdomen. The infection can lead to sepsis, which can ...