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What is the management for boils near rectal opening?

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Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

I am a 42-year-old man, active in sports. Recently about five days back, while playing football on a concrete floor, I slipped and fell on my lower back (coccyx area) and injured myself. I, however, can carry on my daily activities at slightly slower speed now, and there is slight pain on bending forward. Since two days, a big boil has appeared near my rectal opening. It is dark yellow in color, may be filled with pus, not sure. It is painful whenever I pull in my pelvic or butt muscles. Stools are normal, luckily the boil is above the rectal opening, so no problem in passing stools, but while washing, I can feel the boil and it is painful.

I have pain also while walking. I have three questions.

1. Did the fall I had lead to the boil? Or are these two independent problems?

2. What is the reason for the boil?

3. How to treat it quickly?

Thank you.

Answered by Dr. Dilip Kumar Meena

Education:

MD

Professional Bio:

Dr. Dilip Kumar Meena is a Dermatologist and Venereologist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of skin, hair, and nail disorders, as well as sexually transmitted infections. He emphasizes personalized treatment plans, preventive care, and patient education to promote healthy skin and overall well-being. Known for his compassionate and thorough approach, he provides comprehensive care tailored to individual patient needs.

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Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

This is most likely a bacterial infection affecting either hair follicle or perianal glands. It does not seem likely that it is related to your lower back injury. The causative agent is mostly the bacterium known as Staphylococcus aureus. The pus has to be drained, for the immediate relief. Most of the patients get better with antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs in a few days time. So I will prescribe you the medications for five days and it is likely that it will get better.

Thank you.

Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

Thank you for your reply.

Just a quick question. In the prescription, the second and third items are given as zero days. I guess it would also be five days? Another query is if I just leave it like that (without medicines), how long would it take to cure? I have a background of not taking frequent baths. So my problem may be due to my improper hygiene?

Thank you.

Answered by Dr. Dilip Kumar Meena

Education:

MD

Professional Bio:

Dr. Dilip Kumar Meena is a Dermatologist and Venereologist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of skin, hair, and nail disorders, as well as sexually transmitted infections. He emphasizes personalized treatment plans, preventive care, and patient education to promote healthy skin and overall well-being. Known for his compassionate and thorough approach, he provides comprehensive care tailored to individual patient needs.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

Hello,

Welcome back to icliniq.com.

Sorry, I forgot to mention it. Yes, it would be for five days. Also, it would subside eventually without medicines.

Thank you.

Medically reviewed by Dr. Nithila. A
Published At May 15, 2019
Reviewed At November 22, 2024

Education:

MD

Professional Bio:

Dr. Dilip Kumar Meena is a Dermatologist and Venereologist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of skin, hair, and nail disorders, as well as sexually transmitted infections. He emphasizes personalized treatment plans, preventive care, and patient education to promote healthy skin and overall well-being. Known for his compassionate and thorough approach, he provides comprehensive care tailored to individual patient needs.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

Education:

BDS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Nithila A is a Dental Surgeon specializing in providing comprehensive oral healthcare. She focuses on preventive care, routine dental treatments, and patient education to maintain optimal oral health. Known for her compassionate and patient-centered approach, she ensures comfortable and effective dental care tailored to the individual needs of each patient.

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Education:

MD

Professional Bio:

Dr. Dilip Kumar Meena is a Dermatologist and Venereologist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of skin, hair, and nail disorders, as well as sexually transmitted infections. He emphasizes personalized treatment plans, preventive care, and patient education to promote healthy skin and overall well-being. Known for his compassionate and thorough approach, he provides comprehensive care tailored to individual patient needs.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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