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For the last 15 years i've been with hard boils on my buttocks they are large often blue and purple been on antibiotics and have not had any results?

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Dr. Philip Miller answered

Blood and skin tests: These may be subcutaneous abscesses ( boils) and require culturing and blood testing. You should also be screened for diabetes if these symptoms persist. A strong topical antibiotic such as Altabax (retapamulin) or Clindamycin may be prescribed. See a dermatologist.

Answered 6/24/2014

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A member asked:

For the last 15 years i've been with hard boils on my buttocks they are large often blue and purple been on antibiotics and have not had any results?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Philip Miller answered

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