Ask an expert
Search expert health advice:
Browse by expert
- ADHD Expert
- Allergy expert
- Anti-ageing expert
- Asthma Expert
- Arthritis expert
- Breast cancer expert
- Cancer expert
- Cough Expert
- CyberDoc
- CyberShrink
- Oral health expert
- Depression expert
- Diabetes expert
- EnviroHealth expert
- Family law expert
- Fertility expert
- Flu expert
- GynaeDoc
- Headache expert
- Healthy Bones
Question
05 Jul 2005
Share
Boils
I am a 31 yr old male who for over the past 3 yrs has had a recurring boil under my right arm. I have tried many remedies but have had success only with having it lanced each time. This is about the fifth time I have had to endure this painful process. Painkillers get me through the wait for the boil to be ready for lancing!
Some have tod me that boils are blood related, is this true and how can I rid myself of this problem? Can you tell me what could be causing this to happen?
Some have tod me that boils are blood related, is this true and how can I rid myself of this problem? Can you tell me what could be causing this to happen?
You should discuss your condition with your GP, but it sounds to me like a condition called hidradenitis supperativa. This is a chronic relapsing inflammatory disorder involving one or more apocrine glands. There are deep seated nodules complicated by draining sinuses and scarring. The infection is caused by staphylococci. It is often necessary to remove the skin surgically.
The information provided does not constitute a diagnosis of your condition. You should consult a medical practitioner or other appropriate health care professional for a physical examination, diagnosis and formal advice. Health24 and the expert accept no responsibility or liability for any damage or personal harm you may suffer resulting from making use of this content.
