Recurring Boils On Back- 520 Questions Answered

Occasionally I get recurring boils on the back of my neck just where my hair line starts. They are extremely painful and I have been getting them for the past 3-4 yrs. I maintain good hygiene and wash my hair every alternate day with a mild shampoo My health otherwise good.

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Dr. Manoj AgarwalaDermatologist | Raipur

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Thanks for the query. Based on your description it looks like a superficial bacterial infection usually caused by staphylococcus aureus. Sometimes they co-exist with fungal folliculitis. It could be ... Read More

I have a re occuring boils and I tried antibiotics but after sometime it came back and it kept on recurring one after the other

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Dr. Prof. C.R.V.NarasimhaluDermatologist | Chennai

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Probably just folliculitis.. Medicine available for good improvement....... Do direct online consultation by sending photos, otherwise meet me at my clinic, for accurate diagnosis and treatment ... Read More

I am having recurring boils for past 2 month. One goes and another pops up. It started from my back nd now I have 4 boils on my stomach. They are painful, swollen and red but not hot to touch. Help!

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Dr. Shaurya RohatgiDermatologist | Mumbai

This is called recurrent furunculosis. It can be treated. Please call me or send photos using online consult option for proper examination diagnosis and treatment advice. ... Read More

From last year there has been recurring boils on my face which is painful because of puss Frequcy is once in two months

Asked for Male, 27 Years 70 Views v

Dr. Shaurya RohatgiDermatologist | Mumbai

Are they boils or acne. Both can be treated. Please call me or send photos using online consult option for proper examination diagnosis and treatment. I cannot prescribe in common chat. ... Read More

What antibiotics to take for vaginal recurring boils?? I have painful boils which get ok on its own and then repeat after sometime

Asked for Female, 30 Years 544 Views v

Dr. Vijaya GuptaGynecologist | Chandigarh

Fr a prescription u need to connect online Get ur Sugar and hemoglobin levels checked ... Read More

Hi, I have recurring boils on my lower abdomen and back and this has nothing to do with blood as some doctors call it folliculitis. I have started taking augmin tablet for the same. Please suggest I am fed up of them recurring, I need some solution to permanently stop them.

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Dr. Prof. C.R.V.NarasimhaluDermatologist | Chennai

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You are suffering from bacterial infection causing folliculitis.. Medicine available for good improvement......As the treatment varies depending on the severity... Send photos of the affected area, by ... Read More

I have recurring boils which get painful and filled with pus n blood. What would be best way to treat it so these stop completely

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Dr. Prof. C.R.V.NarasimhaluDermatologist | Chennai

Don't worry...you are suffering from bacterial infection causing this boil... Specific medicine available for good control... Treatment depends on the severity..Do direct online consultation for detai ... Read More

I have been suffering from recurring boils for the past one year. I used to believe that is pretty much normal but now it is getting more painful. Thanks in Advance for the help

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Dr. Prof. C.R.V.NarasimhaluDermatologist | Chennai

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You are suffering from bacterial infection causing folliculitis boil.. Medicine available for good improvement......As the treatment varies depending on the severity... Send photos of the affected are ... Read More

I have been getting recurring boils on my lips since last week. A little pass is in the boils. Kindly suggest a medicine.

Asked for Female, 43 Years 197 Views v

Dr. ArpitaDermatologist | Ahmedabad

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

Male 37 years old ,I used to get boils in face. Consulted many doctors 2 years back, had oral medicine, but still reoccuring, For the last one year, recurring boils coming specifically in chin area. Kindly advise

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Dr. Anusha KatareDermatologist | Kolkata

Hi Could be sycosis barbae. It is caused by bacteria. Share details of previous medicines taken. ... Read More

I have this cyst like follicle heat boil type thing on the upper inside part of my left buttock, like at the end of the spine This happened before and I had immense discomfort sitting or standing especially because of the clothing contacting or putting pressure on that area It suddenly popped one day and there was some blood and also hair/pus ty

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Dr. Shaista FatmaGeneral Physician | Lucknow

Need few more details for proper understanding of your issue. You can consult with me online on Practo or whatsapp on eight three one eight four six nine eight eight six for proper diagnosis, conclusi ... Read More

Am getting heat boils at the same spot for past 45 days. It remains for 2-3 days almost heals and then recurring at the same spot. This become a cycle for almost 45 days. Started having becosules for past 1 week. Applying zytee gel once a day for past 1 week.

Asked for Male, 39 Years 160 Views v

Dr. Vidushi JollyDentist | Mandi

There could be many reasons for this ulceration like spicy or hot food intake, stomach issues, smoking/ drinking, tobacco use. It needs to be assessed for pain, changes in size, presence or absence of ... Read More

Hello i am asking this question about my kid.till 1.5 years he never had any illness In August he had DPT booster vaccination .he had a fever which is recurring every 10-15 days.i have shown it to doctor once you Stop medicine it will re occur.He has no other symptoms properly eating and drinking milk.His teething started 3 months back.

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Dr. Shreya SachdeoPediatrician | Pune

Hello, post vaccine you will not get such fever spikes. Fever is usually expected in first 48 hours. ... Read More

I get a boil or lump near or just below the anus every 2–3 months, and sometimes even more frequently. Every time it appears in a different spot. It becomes swollen, painful, and when I press it, pus and blood come out. Sometimes the infection feels worse, but it usually heals on its own. However, this keeps happening again and again.

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Dr. ArpitaDermatologist | Ahmedabad

No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

Hello doctor .. My daughter is 4 year old she had cavity issue in her 8 teeth when she was 1.5 years ( 4 front teeth and 2 upper teeth back side, 2 lower back side teeth) Doctor suggested me pulpectomy which was done 2 year back but one lower teeth at back side got boil. So it was treated multiple times because that same teeth got boil multiple

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Dr. Pia PatelDentist | Chennai

Hi, Follow the advise of your dentist. ... Read More

Hello, I’ve been experiencing recurring boils since June 2024. It began with six painful bumps across my body, and I felt unwell for several months. I had autoimmune tests done, which came back normal. The boils stopped in October 2024, but recently returned — one on my eye in March 2025 and now new ones appearing on my body again in April. I live

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Dr. ArpitaDermatologist | Ahmedabad

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

I have recurring dandruff accompanied by itching. Tried different shampoos it goes for some time then comes back. Also my mom is saying to oil my hair with camphor but that is not working becoz I know oil is the food for dandruff. Please suggest me something im so frustated with dandruff.

Asked for Female, 18 Years 72 Views v

Dr. ArpitaDermatologist | Ahmedabad

No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

Hello , My husband developed a lump and boils nearby at the back of his head, above the shoulder. Not sure what it is, how it came and who to consult. Please help.

Asked for Female, 31 Years 121 Views v

Dr. Haripriya AddankiGeneral Practitioner | Tirupati

Dermatologist consultation. ... Read More

Hello My husband has developed a lump on his neck on the back side above the shoulder and the area around it has boils...not sure who to consult.

Asked for Female, 31 Years 160 Views v

Dr. K SupriyaGynecologist | Bhilai

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Connect ... Read More

My son age 5 year previous year done root canal again this year root canal required to do is there any remedy in homeopathy to avoid it or any treatment to stop this recurring problem

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Dr. Himani NegiHomoeopath | Chennai

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Hi Practo user A homoeopathic treatment will give you best results naturally You can easily take an online consultation for further treatment guidance ... Read More

Hello dr.my mother is 65 years old complaining boil like big pumple in her lower back side of body she is diabetic patient kindly help me out for this ...thank u

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Dr. ArpitaDermatologist | Ahmedabad

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

My alcohol consumption is moderate. I am having boils on the back. And I also have a huge tummy protruding in a slim physique. I also have chronic acidity issues. Does it mean anything. Do I need to get my liver health checked. Or any other remedies would help. Please advise.

Asked for Male, 41 Years 133 Views v

Dr. Shashikiran BDGastroenterologist | Bangalore

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You need to quit alcohol to start with Yes get a routine blood investigation/ liver function test and ultrasound abdomen Chronic acidity could be because of alcohol induced gastritis ... Read More

Is it possible to prevent gum boils from recurring?

Asked for Male, 30 Years 62 Views v

Dr. Zoya RasheedCosmetic/Aesthetic Dentist | Hyderabad

Hello! Need history! ... Read More

Last year monsoon I got two big boils on left thigh very painful and left big black marks. This year March I got again on arms it very big puss and painful left mark. This May Again got two big boils at the same time on upperback of my thigh couldnt walk properly and wear leggings , left mark Now again it's happening on my inner left eye it is very

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Asked for Female, 20 Years 132 Views v

Dr. Bhagyashree AnkadavarDermatologist | Belgaum

Certainly! It sounds like you're concerned about . It might be a good idea to consider scheduling an online consultation with me to discuss your concerns in more detail and get personalized advice. ... Read More

I have been having recurring Boils. It started last year in rainy two boils on thigh at the same time. Very painful. Then this year April one big boil on arm. Right now I just recovered from two boils at the same here on my right inner thigh and I am again having one on left inner thigh.. painful Please advise how can I get rid of them they are lea

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Asked for Female, 20 Years 199 Views v

Dr. Sunil Kumar KediaEmergency & Critical Care | Jamshedpur

Go for a complete health check up including blood sugar ,thyroid level or any other conditions which is compromising your immune system ... Read More

Have been suffering from vaginal boils, sometimes boils sometimes with pus for the past 10 -12 yrs.boils occurs inside & outside vulva and vagina which burns and pains a lot. Have seen plenty of doctors . Dermatologists , gyneacs. Some say it's a staph infection, Some say it's a bartholin cyst and excision needs to done.I am troubled. Work gets

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Asked for Female, 39 Years 177 Views v

Dr. Tasneem HussainHomoeopath | Bhopal

Homeopathy has great solutions for such complaints, take appointment with an experienced homoeopath to solve your problem ... Read More

I have a dark fluidic boil it's Brownish red in color and it causes itching very rarely.located below my shoulder on back and I have this for more than a year can anyone explain what it is...I am attaching a picture....very difficult to take a picture of my back

Asked for Male, 33 Years 77 Views v

Dr. Vinod Kumar VermaGeneral Physician | Gurgaon

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According to your query and sign and know about the disease and cause and it's best Treatment as you have mentioned as above . Please take consultation for better evaluation and best Treatment as it ... Read More

I have a dark hard boil which was there for a while and it not reducing, I get itching sometimes but very rarely

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Dr. ArpitaDermatologist | Ahmedabad

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

I have recurring urine bacterial infection from last more than 2 years Now it's hurting in lower back Numbness in legs Yesterday mouse bit me I want to know if I can take T.T. injection Because T.T injection is only given in the lower back?

Asked for Male, 26 Years 66 Views v

Dr. Lakshmi KrishnanNephrologist/Renal Specialist | Alappuzha

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You can take tt injection ... Read More

Recurrent boil in bikini line at the same spot. On and off since 7-8 months. Mostly 10 days before periods. Goes away with antibiotic ointment / tablets. Recurs every 1.5-2 months.

Asked for Female, 24 Years 237 Views v

Dr. ArpitaDermatologist | Ahmedabad

No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

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Recurring boils on back

Occasionally I get recurring boils on the back of my neck just where my hair line starts. They are extremely painful and I have been getting them for the past 3-4 yrs. I maintain good hygiene and wash my hair every alternate day with a mild shampoo My health otherwise good.

I have a re occuring boils and I tried antibiotics but after sometime it came back and it kept on recurring one after the other

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I am having recurring boils for past 2 month. One goes and another pops up. It started from my back nd now I have 4 boils on my stomach. They are painful, swollen and red but not hot to touch. Help!

From last year there has been recurring boils on my face which is painful because of puss Frequcy is once in two months

What antibiotics to take for vaginal recurring boils?? I have painful boils which get ok on its own and then repeat after sometime

Hi, I have recurring boils on my lower abdomen and back and this has nothing to do with blood as some doctors call it folliculitis. I have started taking augmin tablet for the same. Please suggest I am fed up of them recurring, I need some solution to permanently stop them.

I have recurring boils which get painful and filled with pus n blood. What would be best way to treat it so these stop completely

I have been suffering from recurring boils for the past one year. I used to believe that is pretty much normal but now it is getting more painful. Thanks in Advance for the help

I have been getting recurring boils on my lips since last week. A little pass is in the boils. Kindly suggest a medicine.

Male 37 years old ,I used to get boils in face. Consulted many doctors 2 years back, had oral medicine, but still reoccuring, For the last one year, recurring boils coming specifically in chin area. Kindly advise

Am getting heat boils at the same spot for past 45 days. It remains for 2-3 days almost heals and then recurring at the same spot. This become a cycle for almost 45 days. Started having becosules for past 1 week. Applying zytee gel once a day for past 1 week.

I have recurring dandruff accompanied by itching. Tried different shampoos it goes for some time then comes back. Also my mom is saying to oil my hair with camphor but that is not working becoz I know oil is the food for dandruff. Please suggest me something im so frustated with dandruff.

Hello , My husband developed a lump and boils nearby at the back of his head, above the shoulder. Not sure what it is, how it came and who to consult. Please help.

Hello My husband has developed a lump on his neck on the back side above the shoulder and the area around it has boils...not sure who to consult.

My son age 5 year previous year done root canal again this year root canal required to do is there any remedy in homeopathy to avoid it or any treatment to stop this recurring problem

Hello dr.my mother is 65 years old complaining boil like big pumple in her lower back side of body she is diabetic patient kindly help me out for this ...thank u

My alcohol consumption is moderate. I am having boils on the back. And I also have a huge tummy protruding in a slim physique. I also have chronic acidity issues. Does it mean anything. Do I need to get my liver health checked. Or any other remedies would help. Please advise.

Is it possible to prevent gum boils from recurring?

I have a dark fluidic boil it's Brownish red in color and it causes itching very rarely.located below my shoulder on back and I have this for more than a year can anyone explain what it is...I am attaching a picture....very difficult to take a picture of my back

I have a dark hard boil which was there for a while and it not reducing, I get itching sometimes but very rarely

I have recurring urine bacterial infection from last more than 2 years Now it's hurting in lower back Numbness in legs Yesterday mouse bit me I want to know if I can take T.T. injection Because T.T injection is only given in the lower back?

Recurrent boil in bikini line at the same spot. On and off since 7-8 months. Mostly 10 days before periods. Goes away with antibiotic ointment / tablets. Recurs every 1.5-2 months.

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