I have diabetes type 2, and in the past 6 months I have developed large boils 4 times - on my right leg, on my right thigh, right buttock, and one foot below my right shoulder. Is there anything I can do to prevent them recurring?
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Hello dear. Yes, you can. By controlling your sugar levels.
Recurrent boils, infections, delayed wound healing, all are symptoms of diabetes.
Check with your internist.
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You can apply ointment T Bact locally twice daily
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Well u need to take antibiotics and keep sugars in check.
Clean boils with soap and water. Soap acts as a good good antiseptic.
Warm water is better.
Check for vitamin deficiency.
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