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Should i go get checked out because of a boil? about a month and 2 weeks ago i got several boils two under my left arm, one under my right arm, one on my lower left thigh, and one on my upper right thigh. i went to the emergency room and i got medication

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Hello. : Hello. I can't diagnose your condition. However, it sounds much like hidradenitis suppurativa. This is not an urgent matter normally but you might wish to see a dermatologist. If you you develop significant swelling, redness and tenderness of the surrounding area, or see red streaking or develop a fever, than that would be a reason to be seen more expeditiously.

Answered 10/3/2016

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Multiple boils: Your condition requires immediate attention. You may have a staph infection that you are spreading from one area to another..You should have a culture taken so that a proper antibiotic can be administered. You should also have your immune globulins checked. It is possible that they may be low and could be responsible for you frequent outbreak of boils the medication you are on may not be right one.

Answered 5/8/2019

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