I have a boil above my lips. It is swollen, red and painful. I had 2 boils inside my nose few days back and they are healed. Why the boils are recurring please suggest me something on this issue.

Dr. Jolly ShahDermatologist21yrs exp

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Hi! If you have a boil, first of all resist the temptation to squeeze it. This only increases the infection and might leave a scar after it is healed completely. A boil is a pus filled skin infection that occurs around a hair follicle or oil gland. The causes for boils can be ingrown hair, acne and pus abscess. They can also be caused due to hormonal im00balances. Boils require proper course of medications to avoid them from spreading to other body areas. You need to see a Dermatologist for proper medication. Usually the bacteria in boils is Staphylococcus or Streptococcus bacteria-and right away most dermatologists will prescribe an antibiotic for you to take that treats them. You can consult on private chat for further help. 

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