Epidural Abscess

An epidural abscess is an infection that forms in the space between your skull bones and your brain lining (intracranial epidural abscess). Quite often, it forms in the space between the bones of your spine and the lining membrane of your spinal cord (spinal epidural abscess).

• An epidural abscess is an infection inside your skull or near your spine. It requires immediate treatment.

• Symptoms can include headache, fever, changes in consciousness, vomiting, changes in sensation, weakness, trouble moving or walking, and loss of bladder or bowel control.

• Treatment is with strong antibiotics. Surgery might be needed to drain the fluid from your abscess or to remove it completely.