Question 1

is it okay for a boil to heal without popping the core?

Accepted Answer

A boil?: If you are referring to an abscess - they might not heal properly without incision and drainage. If you are referring to an infected hair follicle - sometimes applying moist heat allows it to come to a head.

Question 2

after popping a boil i have a huge hole should i be worried?

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I would have this: Medically assessed.  If you have an abscess it could be loculated

Question 3

i get boils in my inner thighs and they end up popping and leaving a whole with flesh. how do i stop this?

Accepted Answer

Staph infection: You may be suffering from Staphylococcal skin infections. It is a wise idea to decolonise your body by using antibacterial body washes and topical ointment that you can apply to both nostrils every day to remove the bacteria from your system. It is also important to improve your immunity by eating well, getting adequate rest, increasing your intake of fruits and vegetables

Question 4

im a 28 yr old black female. i get boils on my inner thighs every now and then . how do i prevent boils. how do i treat boils without popping them?

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Hidradenitis suppura: Hidradenitis is a common condition of sweat glands inflammation followed by infection ... Due the blocked up secretions especially is areas of repeated friction with accumulation of moisture. No treatment will completely cure it and you will get recurrent glare up's we sometimes treat with prolonged antibiotics in low dose to prevent superimposed infections.

Question 5

there was a boil on my chin and i popped it then this scar appeard after popping it what do i do ?

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Mederma: You can try mederma. Time will take care of it. Make sure to stay out of the sun. If it is still not resolved to your satisfaction in 6 months, laser therapy can help.

Question 6

boil popped on own & left hole. still leaking 1.5 mos. later. pa presc. doxycyline for 10 days, didn't help. wasn't sore after popping, but is now?

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?sinus tract: you need to see your dr again and see if you need a surgical debridement.keep clean with soap and water wash.

Question 7

i had a armpit boil drained leaving a lump. after the wound healed i heard a popping noise.i think it bursted inside. no pain yet, should i be worried?

Accepted Answer

NO: These incisions heal from the inside out and the "lump" may be scar formation. Look for these following red flags: heat, pain, redness, swelling or fever. If these occur call your physician ASAP.

Question 8

i had a small boil on the side of my breast. after popping it there's a small ulcer. it is healing, should i see my doctor about it.

Accepted Answer

Yes, if not healing: Yes your should see the MD if the area does not heal.

Question 9

i keep getting recurring boils on my butt. pcp prescribed bactrim, (sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim) but not working. more popping up while on it. any suggestions? see dermatologist?

Accepted Answer

You may: Your PCP can also take a culture for lab analysis and treat you with a definite antibiotic based on the sensitivity profile. This is not beyond what your PCP can handle. A change of antibiotic will likely take care of the problem

Question 10

what makes a boil pop?

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Pressure & erosion: Likely a combination of processes. An infection or inflammed area exudes chemical messengers that draw white blood cells in to do battle, so fluid builds up. Also, one way the body trys to heal itself is by drainage of what it can, so the tissues thin and rupture to let the pus/fluid/infection out.

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I get boils in my inner thighs and they end up popping and leaving a whole with flesh. how do i stop this?

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Im a 28 yr old black female. i get boils on my inner thighs every now and then . how do i prevent boils. how do i treat boils without popping them?

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There was a boil on my chin and i popped it then this scar appeard after popping it what do i do ?

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Boil popped on own & left hole. still leaking 1.5 mos. later. pa presc. doxycyline for 10 days, didn't help. wasn't sore after popping, but is now?

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I had a armpit boil drained leaving a lump. after the wound healed i heard a popping noise.i think it bursted inside. no pain yet, should i be worried?

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I had a small boil on the side of my breast. after popping it there's a small ulcer. it is healing, should i see my doctor about it.

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I keep getting recurring boils on my butt. pcp prescribed bactrim, (sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim) but not working. more popping up while on it. any suggestions? see dermatologist?

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What makes a boil pop?

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