#Liver_abscess A liver abscess is a pocket of pus inside the liver caused by infection. It is dangerous and needs urgent treatment. 🦠 Causes & Types 1. Bacterial (Pyogenic) – most common • Germs from the gut (e.g. E. coli, Klebsiella) spread to the liver. • Often from gallbladder disease, bile duct infection, or appendicitis. 2. Amebic (Parasitic) • Caused by Entamoeba histolytica. • Spread by dirty food or water (fecal–oral route). • Common in developing countries. 3. Fungal • Usually Candida.

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