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I have always had boils. they are very painful. once they drain the pain goes away, but i still have all the scars. how do i make them disappear?

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Dr. Frank Kuitems answered

Well : Boils come in different varieties can be caused by cystic acne regular acne or skin infection rarely in immune disorder.Consol primary care doctor dermatologist in person for specific diagnosis and treatment

Answered 3/27/2016

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A member asked:

I have always had boils. they are very painful. once they drain the pain goes away, but i still have all the scars. how do i make them disappear?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Frank Kuitems answered

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