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Suggest Treatment For Small Boils On The Groin And Armpit

Hi , I have been getting boils in my groin, armpits and butt since like 7 to 8 years .. Have applied various dermatologist creams and gels .. Nothing s has worked .. Did my blood test , hormone test , MRI as well .. Everything is normal .. What should I do
posted on Thu, 15 Oct 2015
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Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query you have symptoms of small boils on the groin and armpit which occur because skin has increased sensitivity of getting infected and it is due to abundance of sebaceous glands in these areas. It could be due to hair follicle and bacterial infection as well. Need not to worry. Maintain complete hygiene of that area. I would suggest you to wash these areas daily with lukewarm water and body wash containing salicylic acid twice a day and apply cream containing azelaic acid which is good for boil type infection. If condition doesn't get well in a week then consult dermatologist for proper examination and treatment. Doctor may prescribe antibiotics like minocycline, steroid ointment. Apply topical antibacterial ointment. Take diet rich in multivitamins.

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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Suggest Treatment For Small Boils On The Groin And Armpit

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have symptoms of small boils on the groin and armpit which occur because skin has increased sensitivity of getting infected and it is due to abundance of sebaceous glands in these areas. It could be due to hair follicle and bacterial infection as well. Need not to worry. Maintain complete hygiene of that area. I would suggest you to wash these areas daily with lukewarm water and body wash containing salicylic acid twice a day and apply cream containing azelaic acid which is good for boil type infection. If condition doesn t get well in a week then consult dermatologist for proper examination and treatment. Doctor may prescribe antibiotics like minocycline, steroid ointment. Apply topical antibacterial ointment. Take diet rich in multivitamins. Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari