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How to treat multiple pus-filled sores of the body?

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Dr. Suvash Sahu

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Published At June 16, 2023
Reviewed AtDecember 19, 2023

Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

I have boils, reddish pus-filled sores, and lumps under both my armpits, eyes, groin region, and other parts of the body. What to do?

Please suggest treatment.

Answered by Dr. Suvash Sahu

Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.I have read your query and understood your concern.

It seems you have a recurrent boil problem. Boils (also called furuncles) are deep bacterial infections of hair follicles. The cause of recurrence is Staphylococcus aureus bacteria which is most commonly carried in the nostrils, armpits, between the legs, and in the cleft between the buttocks. It may be transferred to other sites from the nostrils via the fingernails. So, I suggest you follow the instructions mentioned below.

1. If you are overweight, try to reduce your weight by doing regular exercises.

2. Follow a balanced healthy diet with meat, plenty of fruits, and vegetables.

3. Avoid smoking.

4. Wash your whole body once daily with soap or cleanser and water. Wash your hands several times daily.

5. Do not share your towel with other family members.

6. Maintain a clean handkerchief and do not poke your nose.

7. Change your undergarments and night attire regularly.

8. Try to avoid activities that cause sweating and friction from clothing, such as squash and jogging.

9. If you are iron deficient, a course of iron tablets may help reduce infection.

10. Get your blood sugar done.

11. Take a tablet of Augmentin (oral antibiotic) 625 milligrams (if you are not allergic to the penicillin group) thrice daily for five days.

12. Apply topical mupirocin (antibiotic) ointment twice daily for five days.

Kindly consult a specialist, talk with them, and take medicines with their consent.

I hope this has helped you.

Thanks and regards.

Same symptoms don't mean you have the same problem. Consult a doctor now!

Dr. Suvash Sahu
Dr. Suvash Sahu

Dermatology

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