Multiple Abscesses Grouped in Adjacent Areas of the Skin Is

Question

Multiple abscesses grouped in adjacent areas of the skin is called a(n)
A)carbuncle.
B)bulla.
C)folliculitis.
D)erosion.
E)pustule.

Accepted Answer

Multiple abscesses grouped together in adjacent areas of the skin is called a carbuncle. A bulla is a fluid-filled blister larger than 0.5 cm in diameter. Folliculitis is an inflammation of the hair follicles. Erosion is a shallow loss of skin. Pustule is a small, elevated lesion filled with pus.