A<unk>  is a localized area of acute inflammation of the soft tissues. It is a descriptive term which may be used for inflammation related to a bacterial infection or non-infectious causes (e.g. pancreatitis). Most commonly, it is used in contradistinction to a "walled-off" pus-filled collection (abscess), although a<unk>  may progress to an abscess if untreated. A<unk>  can localize anywhere in the body. The Latin term<unk>  is from the Ancient Greek φλέγω (phlégō, "burn").
Phlegmon
Pulpitis
Sinusitis
Placentitis
Bronchorrhea
Pharyngitis
Tonsillitis
Laryngitis