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Is it possible for carbuncle's to be located throughout the groin and buttocks region? are carbuncles communicable? can they be spread through social contact such as a physical greeting, hug or kiss?
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sounds like you might have hidradenitis suppurativa, or HS. If so, these lesions are not contagious, but can become infected. See your dermatologist for confirmation and tx
Answered 10/20/2021
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