
Carbuncle
Medical Condition
Used in medical contexts to describe a specific type of skin infection.

The doctor prescribed antibiotics for my brother's carbuncle.
Severity Indicator
Indicates a more severe infection than a simple boil; usually larger and more painful.

Her carbuncle required surgical intervention due to its severity.
Pus-Filled Lump
Emphasizes the presence of pus, which distinguishes it from other skin issues.

The carbuncle burst, releasing pus and relieving some pain.
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AbscessBlisterBoilLesionPimpleSoreUlcerWound
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