Definitions
- A medical term used to describe a swelling or abscess filled with pus. - Referring to a painful lump or bump on the skin that is filled with fluid or pus. - Talking about an infected area of the body that is swollen and tender to the touch.
- A skin infection caused by bacteria that results in a painful, red lump filled with pus. - Referring to a painful, inflamed area on the skin that is filled with fluid or pus. - Talking about a skin condition that causes a tender, swollen area on the skin that may rupture and drain pus.
List of Similarities
- 1Both refer to a painful and inflamed area on the skin.
- 2Both involve the presence of pus or fluid in the affected area.
- 3Both can be caused by bacterial infections.
- 4Both require medical attention and treatment.
- 5Both can be treated with antibiotics or drainage.
What is the difference?
- 1Severity: Impostume can refer to any type of swelling or abscess, while boil specifically refers to a bacterial skin infection.
- 2Location: Impostume can occur anywhere in the body, while boil typically occurs on the face, neck, armpits, or buttocks.
- 3Size: Impostume can vary in size from small to large, while boil is typically larger and more painful.
- 4Connotation: Impostume is a less common and more formal term, while boil is a more informal and everyday word.
Remember this!
Impostume and boil are both terms used to describe a painful and inflamed area on the skin that contains pus or fluid. However, boil is a more common and contemporary term that specifically refers to a bacterial skin infection, while impostume is an older and less common term that can refer to any type of swelling or abscess.
