The recurrent appearance of boils is called furunculosis and what you should do in case of a frequent boil is to go to the doctor to start the proper treatment that can be done with the use of antibiotics in the form of ointment or tablets.
Boils are caused by infection with Staphylococcus aureus and are more common in the breasts, buttocks, face, or neck, but sometimes several can be found scattered throughout the body.
Repeating furunculosis can be treated with antibiotics prescribed by the dermatologist for about 7 to 10 days, application of warm compresses to the boils to remove pus and application of the ointment Mupirocin, commercially known as Bactroban, 3 times a day during treatment.
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Treatment for frequent boils
The treatment for furunculosis should be guided and prescribed by the dermatologist and can be done with:
- Antibiotic, such as Cefaxeline, for example, for about 7 to 10 days to treat the infection;
- Hot compresses to relieve discomfort and help remove pus from boils;
- Pomup Mupirocin, commercially known as Bactroban, 3 times a day for about 7 to 10 days to treat the infection and so that the bacterium does not re-trigger the appearance of boils.
In addition, it is important to take a daily bath with soap and water or Chlorhexidine degermant solution, under medical indication. When, even with treatment, the pus of the boils does not go away, medical intervention is necessary to remove the purulent contents and end the infection.
What can cause frequent boils
The causes of furunculosis are related to the use of drugs that lower the immune system, such as corticosteroids, for example, or diseases that also affect the immune system, such as AIDS or cancer. In addition, drug use, poor hygiene, excessive sweating, skin allergy, obesity and some blood problems can also increase the risk of furunculosis.
Here's how to remove the boil:
- Home remedy for boil
- Ointment for boil
