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Ugly, Dark Marks Left Behind From Boils, Reoccurring. Treatment?

I have really ugly, dark marks left behind from boils that seem to reoccur and leave more marks. I have no idea why these boils are showing up or what has suddenly caused this. The first boil started on my stomach, right below my belly button and since that boil (which left the worst mark) I have had reoccurring ones lower, getting closer to my intimate area. I know for sure this can't be any type of STD because I have been tested within the last month and this has been going on since January. My question would be if there is anything that a doctor could prescribe me to stop the boils from occurring and anything to get rid of the dark marks/scars that have been left behind?
Wed, 15 May 2013
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hello..there are few reasons where boils have recurrence..

it is more common in diabetics

so get yourself a fasting and post meal blood sugar levels done.

the other important reason being bad hygiene as boils usually occur at places where you have hair or place where you sweat a lot.so make sure you take proper care and keep the area dry where you have boils regularly.

marks or scars go with time although you can try simple formulation like borolin or various anti scar creams available in market..

vitamin b complex and vitamin c supplements can help in having healthy skin and prevent boils.

hope I have answered your query.
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Ugly, Dark Marks Left Behind From Boils, Reoccurring. Treatment?

hello..there are few reasons where boils have recurrence.. it is more common in diabetics so get yourself a fasting and post meal blood sugar levels done. the other important reason being bad hygiene as boils usually occur at places where you have hair or place where you sweat a lot.so make sure you take proper care and keep the area dry where you have boils regularly. marks or scars go with time although you can try simple formulation like borolin or various anti scar creams available in market.. vitamin b complex and vitamin c supplements can help in having healthy skin and prevent boils. hope I have answered your query.