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Furuncle is a fairly common skin problem that afflicts many people. Furunculosis is an infection of the skin accompanied by pus, with red bumps that can be very painful. The disease can recur many times, causing nuisance and discomfort. Fortunately, there are a number of remedies you can take to get rid of pimples or relapses.

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Method 1 of 3: Understanding boils

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   Pay attention to the symptoms of a boil. Furunculosis appears as bumps on the skin. As it progresses, the boil may go away on its own or get larger. As the size increases, the boils become abscesses that are of concern in terms of health as well as aesthetics. As they grow larger, the boil will eventually form a boil, meaning that underneath the skin's surface will fill with pus. Boils can rupture and drain pus, a mixture of blood cells, bacteria, and fluids. Symptoms include:
   • A hard, raised bump on the skin, usually red
   • Pain in the bumps, sometimes very severe
   • Large swelling

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   Recognize different types of boils. When you notice the symptoms of a boil, you may need to determine what type of boil it is. Furuncle is a common form of a condition called an abscess, which is a collection of pus located below the dermis (the skin layer below the epidermis). There are several different types of boils, which include:
   • Furuncle usually occurs in hair follicles. This boil, often accompanied by fever and chills, can become chronic.
   • The juniors are usually larger than the sting and can also become chronic. It also forms hard bumps under the skin.
   • Cystic acne are both types of acne and boils associated with more serious acne conditions.
   • Inflammation of the sweat glands is inflammation of the sweat glands. The disease occurs when the pimples grow in the armpit and groin area. These boils are also resistant to antibiotics and may require surgery to remove the inflamed sweat glands.
   • Hair cysts are a result of inflammation of the hair follicles located on the buttocks. Cystic hair is uncommon, can appear after long periods of sitting and occurs in men more than women.

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   Know the cause and location of a boil. Furunculosis can have many causes. The most common cause is a bacterial infection Staphylococcus aureusHowever, other fungi and bacteria can also be found in boils. Pimples can appear anywhere on the body, but are most common on the face, armpits, neck, inner thighs, and buttocks.

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   Learn about your risk factors. Furunculosis can happen from anyone at any time. The bacteria that cause boils are common in most people, so almost everyone is at risk of developing boils. However, there are a number of factors that may increase the risk of developing a boil. These factors include:
   • Close contact with someone who has boils or has a Staph infection. You need to be very careful around someone with a methicilline-resistant staphylococcus aureus, as these bacteria can colonize your body and increase your risk of serious infections.
   • Diabetes, a medical condition that can weaken your immune system and increase inflammation. The bacteria often reside and infect people with diabetes due to high blood sugar. Seek immediate medical attention if you have pimples and diabetes.
   • Any medical condition that leads to an immunodeficiency, such as HIV or cancer.
   • Other skin conditions that impair the skin's protective function such as psoriasis, eczema, acne, or other conditions that cause dryness or tearing.

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   Treat boils with medical methods. Most cases of furunculosis are diagnosed through external manifestations and there are a number of different treatment methods. Once diagnosed by your doctor, the boil may be removed, which means that the doctor will poke a hole in the boil or purulent end of the boil and drain the pus.
   • In some cases, your doctor may also prescribe an antibiotic topical or oral. This method is usually for large boils or that last longer than two or three weeks.
   • If a boil appears on the face or spine, severe pain and / or fever may require further treatment.

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   Seek medical attention. In rare cases, the infection of the boil can spread, infecting the brain, heart, bones, blood, and spinal cord. For that reason, all suspected boils cannot be underestimated, especially when they return. See your doctor if any of the recommended therapies or treatments are not working well within 2 weeks. You also need to call your doctor if:
   • You have a fever
   • The boil causes severe pain or limited range of motion or difficulty sitting
   • The boil is on the face
   • Feeling exhausted
   • Red rays emanating from the boil
   • The boil gets worse or a new boil appears
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Method 2 of 3: Treat boils at home

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   Cover pimples. Before you review or care for a boil, you should always wash your hands thoroughly and then cover the boil with a bandage or gauze. This is to protect the skin from external irritants. However, you can leave the boil open if the bandage does not hold in place or often falls off due to the position of the dressing, such as on the inside of your thigh.
   • When dealing with boils, you never try to squeeze or poke the boil with sharp tools such as needles or pins. This increases the risk of infection spreading.
   • If the boil is purulent and oozing on its own, you can use a tissue to gently wipe the drained pus, and then cover it to help heal the wound.
   • See your doctor if the boil does not drain on its own and becomes larger and larger. Your doctor may perform a drainage of pus under aseptic conditions.

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   Use a warm compress. To reduce the return of boils, try using a warm compress. Soak a clean towel in very warm, but not too hot, water. Wring out the water and apply directly to the boil. You can use the warm compress as many times as you want, but make sure to use a clean towel each time. This will limit the risk of infection.
   • Always wash towels and clothes that come in contact with the boils in very hot, bubbling water to kill bacteria.

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   Apply tea tree oil. Tea tree oil is an herbal remedy that can be used to treat recurrent boils due to its antibacterial and antifungal properties. You can use a cotton ball or cotton swab to apply tea tree oil directly to the affected area. Repeat this therapy at least 2-3 times a day.
   • Tea tree oil is also helpful in treating methicilline-resistant staphylococcal infection (MRSA), an antibiotic-resistant bacterial infection, and other antibiotic-resistant infections. Tea tree oil is also an anti-inflammatory.
   • Tea tree oil should only be used on the skin.

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   Try it out, cumin. This herb can be used to treat boils in both powder and essential oil forms. Cumin has both anti-inflammatory and antibacterial effects. Mix ½ teaspoon cumin powder with 1-2 tablespoons of castor oil to make a paste. Apply this mixture directly to the boil, then cover it with a bandage. Change the bandage and powder mixture every 12 hours.
   • If using essential oils, you can use a cotton ball or cotton swab to apply the oil directly to the pimple.

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   Use neem oil. Neem oil is extracted from the Indian lilac tree. Neem oil is famous for over 4000 years for its antibacterial properties and anti-bacterial, viral and fungal effects. To treat a pimple or recurrence, use a cotton ball or cotton swab to apply oil directly to the boil. Repeat every 12 hours.

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   Try eucalyptus oil. Eucalyptus oil is another essential oil that helps treat boils due to its antibacterial effects. To treat a boil or relapse, use a cotton ball or cotton swab to apply eucalyptus oil directly to the boil every 12 hours.
   • Eucalyptus oil is also helpful in treating MRSA and other antibiotic-resistant infections.

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   Make a turmeric mixture. Turmeric, a staple of curry, has both anti-microbial and anti-inflammatory properties. Turmeric can be used in powdered or essential oil form. To make a turmeric paste, mix ½ teaspoon of dried turmeric powder with 1 or 2 tablespoons of castor oil to make a paste. Use your finger or cotton ball to dab the mixture directly on the boil, then cover it. Change the bandage and turmeric powder every 12 hours.
   • If using turmeric oil, you can apply it directly to the boil with a cotton ball or cotton swab.
   • Turmeric usually leaves a yellow-orange color on the skin, so it's best to use turmeric in areas of the skin that are hard to see.
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Method 3 of 3: Prevent boils

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   Keep areas of skin at risk of pimples dry. Furunculosis is most common in hair follicles at locations such as the inside of the thighs, skin near the groin, armpits, and on the buttocks. These areas are often damp and where the bacteria that cause boils can multiply. You need to keep these areas as dry as possible by wiping them dry thoroughly with a cotton towel after bathing and sweating.

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   Wear appropriate clothing. You need to wear the right clothes to keep your body as dry as possible. Choose a breathable fabric like cotton, linen, silk, striped fabric, and lyocell (wood pulp fabric). You should also wear loose fitting clothes to let your skin "breathe" and prevent irritation where boils are prone to pimples.

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   Treat cuts properly. Furunculosis can appear at infected cuts. When your skin breaks, you need to treat it right away with an over-the-counter antibacterial drug. Try a triple-strength antibiotic and cover it with a bandage. You can also use witch hazel, an herb that has antibacterial and antiseptic properties.
   • To use witch hazel, pour some onto a clean gauze pad and place it on the cut. Let the witch hazel soak into the pimple for about 5 minutes, then pat dry.

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   Combine many methods. If you feel a boil coming up, apply a warm compress to the area where the boil is growing, then try home remedies (turmeric, tea tree oil, etc.) as described above to treat acne. boil. Apply this combination treatment every 12 hours until you are sure the boil is no longer swollen or painful.

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   Seek medical attention. If you have tried several of these things, see your doctor and the boils keep coming back. You should also see your doctor if you have tried home remedies but haven't gotten better within two weeks, or if you have diabetes or other medical conditions that can weaken your immune system. You should then make an appointment with a dermatologist. Maybe you have other medical problems that make you more susceptible to pimples.
   • If you do not know which dermatologist you can refer to.
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Advice

• Always consult a doctor if you are using home remedies for children. You also need to make sure your child is not swallowing any herbs.
• To test the sensitivity of the skin to herbs, you should test a small area on the skin first to make sure there is no allergic reaction.
• The earlier you are treated, the less severe the boil will be.
• Hair cysts and purulent sweat glands may require surgical treatment.