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I have a friend who have boils spots on back an buttocks, some inflammed. can u tell me how and y these come about?
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From bacteria: Most 'boils' are due to staphylococcus bacteria infecting the skin.Pus forms below the skin which swells to form a painful boil.Sometimes streptococci & pseudomonas may cause boils.Often the 'boil' can be cured by a special drainage procedure performed by your doctor.If the surrounding area is red & angry antibiotics are needed. If untreated the infection can spread to the blood & become dangerous.
Answered 4/25/2016
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May be acne: These may be acne with blocked hair follicles that develop purulent inflammation.
Answered 6/12/2012
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