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What Causes Boils Around Genital Area?

Hi, I'm a 16 year old guy, and I have a problem. These boils keep appearing around my genital area, and if not popped and squeezed early, will grow into larger forms. I have tried medicine, but that only lowered the amount of boils that show up at a time. Help!
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Hello,

Boils (furuncles) are painful pus-filled bumps on the skin resulting from the deep infection of a hair follicle. The infection is usually caused by a type of bacteria called Staphylococcus aureus ("staph").

Untreated boils can enlarge or grow together to form a giant multi-headed boil (carbuncle).

Boils may resolve with simple self-care measures, but the infected fluid (pus) needs to drain in order for them to heal completely. Many boils drain of their own accord, or they can be lanced by a health care professional.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Take care

Regards,
Dr K. V. Anand, Psychologist
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What Causes Boils Around Genital Area?

Hello, Boils (furuncles) are painful pus-filled bumps on the skin resulting from the deep infection of a hair follicle. The infection is usually caused by a type of bacteria called Staphylococcus aureus ( staph ). Untreated boils can enlarge or grow together to form a giant multi-headed boil (carbuncle). Boils may resolve with simple self-care measures, but the infected fluid (pus) needs to drain in order for them to heal completely. Many boils drain of their own accord, or they can be lanced by a health care professional. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr K. V. Anand, Psychologist