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Are boils contagious? are there any circumstances in which a skin condition such as a boil can be contagious or are boils an internal issue?

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Dr. Mark Rasak answered

Specializes in Cardiology

No: A simple boil is not contagious.

Answered 9/28/2016

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A member asked:

Are boils contagious? are there any circumstances in which a skin condition such as a boil can be contagious or are boils an internal issue?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Mark Rasak answered

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