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What causes random pus filled bumps on thighs?

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Dr. Tania Dempsey
Dr. Tania Dempseyanswered
Internal Medicine 26 years experience
Could be: Something called folliculitis, which is inflammation and infection of the hair follicles. The best thing to do is to show your doctor when you get one so that you know how to prevent this in the future.
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Last updated Jun 1, 2016

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Pus›Drainage or pus›Infected hair follicle (folliculitis)

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