Hair follicle infection primarily due to Staphylococcus aureus can result in pus-filled skin lesions termed furunculosis or boils. Obesity, weak immune system, existing skin condition, poor nutrition, etc., increases the risk of developing boils. These boils are painful and occur in friction-prone sweaty areas like armpits, buttock, groin, and neck. Antibiotic ointment, warm compress, and antibacterial soap are beneficial.
Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. From the history and photo (attachment removed to protect patient identity), it seems you have developed furunculosis.
Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have seen the picture. (attachment removed to protect patient identity). There is definitely an inflamed swelling in that area. Central area is white.
Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your query. It seems that you are having furunculosis. Boils (also called furuncles) are deep bacterial infections of hair follicles.
Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. You are suffering from furunculosis that means the infection of hair follicles. I hope your CBC (complete blood count) and blood sugar are normal.
Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. I would like to know if these boils are associated with itching and redness. Also, answer these questions; 1.
Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your post, but it would have been better if you had posted a photograph of the lesion.
Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and examined your picture (attachments removed to protect the patient's identity). You appear to have furunculosis or folliculitis.
Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern.
Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. It seems you are having furunculosis (boils) or folliculitis in the groin area which is a deep bacterial infection of hair follicles.
Hi,Welcome to icliniq.com.Do you have a fever? Is the boil pus-filled? Are you taking any medicines, or do you have any drug allergies? Do you have diabetes, hypertension, or thyroid issues? Have you had any fungal infections in the past? Please answer these questions for a better diagnosis.
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