Question 1

what causes boils in the private part?

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Folliculitis: You should consult a physician to get treated . You may have a skin infection called folliculitis which may be due to staph infection and it requires prescription of antibiotics. If you are sexually active get checked for for stds.

Question 2

i have concerns that i have a genital boil i drink water i keep clean eat healthy it gets red tender fills with pus it will bust on its on and its mostly blood i'm not sure how i get these is a skin boil i have autioimmune disease?

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You may have a...: Bartholin's cyst.  This is an abscess that can occur on either side of the inner vagina near its entrance.  You need to see a gynecologist (or at least a doctor who's experienced in gynecology) to confirm the diagnosis and drain the cyst.  You may be prescribed antibiotics and given some other instructions to help the cyst heal.  Unfortunately, it's not something you can treat on your own.

Question 3

what is the cause and treatment of multiple boils on the hairly part of female private part, and it itch alot..

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Family practice : Do you shave the area. Sounds like folliculitis. Infection of hair follicles.

Question 4

what causes boils around the virgina?

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Poss. hidradenitis: You should see your doctor for an evaluation when you have an outbreak, but boils or abscesses can occur in any sweat or oil gland on the body.  The area around the vaginal opening has many of these glands, and anyone can develop an inflamed follicle occasionally.  Severe, large, or recurrent boils can be found in a skin condition known as hidradenitis suppurativa.

Question 5

what causes boils and how to treat them?

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Staph, strep: Recurrent skin abscesses (boils) usually are due to staphylococcus, sometimes streptococcus. You may be a carrier. Antibiotics can help. See a doctor. Good luck!

Question 6

what causes boils on infants?

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Viral and bacterial: Various viral and bacterial infections can cause boils on the skins of infants and older kids. Rarely, it can be caused by other causes that are more serious causes. The diagnosis is based on how they look, where they are, how are they progressing, response to treatment and associated symptoms. He/she should be examined by their physician for evaluation and treatment.

Question 7

what causes boils at the groin area?

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Boils: Boils are usually caused by staph bacteria.  The bacteria often like warm, moist areas.  Sometimes boils need to be lanced and/or treated with antibiotics to clear them.  Using an antibacterial soap or wash may prove helpful for future eruptions.

Question 8

what causes boils on the thigh area?

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Friction: Mechanical friction resulting in irritation is usually part of the problem. Close surveillance is necessary in order to prevent them from forming deep abscesses.

Question 9

what causes boils in the inner thigh?

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Many times: Many times it is because of abnormal hair follicles, sweat, and oil glands in this area. Please see your dermatologist for evaluation and to discuss treatment options.

Question 10

what causes boils in the vaginal area?

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This could be due to: A bacterial infection. I would recommend prompt medical evaluation.

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