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Are carbuncles only caused by ingrown hairs? i used to get carbuncles from ingrown hairs but are those the only things that can cause a carbuncle?

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Yes: A carbuncle is a large area of multiple infected hair follicles. It was more common in past times before antibiotics. Infections of the hair follicles do not have to be associated with ingrown hairs.

Answered 3/27/2013

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A member asked:

Are carbuncles only caused by ingrown hairs? i used to get carbuncles from ingrown hairs but are those the only things that can cause a carbuncle?

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