How to prevent & treat a boil? bacterial infection of hair f Posted: 04-15-07 16:34pm
i get boils in my groin area that fill
with pus and blood then they rupture in a
day or 2 but they really hurt. i shaved
the pubic area so that i could put a guaze
pad on it an found alot of blackheads coud
you please tell me what to do to get rid
of the blackheads in that area and what i
can do to prevent the boil it is very
painful
thank you
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DoctorAnswer
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General Q&A Answer A2649 Posted: 05-02-07 03:30am
Boils are most often due to a bacterial
infection of the hair follicle. Antibiotic
cream is often prescribed as a treatment
alternative for boils. Blackheads are
typical on the face, and especially the
nose. Are you sure that those
“blackheads” are not the hairs’
roots? You may consult your primary health
provider or a dermatologist for an expert
opinion.
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General Q&A Answer A2649 Posted: 05-02-07 03:30am
Boils are most often due to a bacterial
infection of the hair follicle. Antibiotic
cream is often prescribed as a treatment
alternative for boils. Blackheads are
typical on the face, and especially the
nose. Are you sure that those
“blackheads” are not the hairs’
roots? You may consult your primary health
provider or a dermatologist for an expert
opinion.
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Posted: 05-02-07 04:11am
If you shave, these 'boils' may be due to
ingrown hairs.
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