A boil is acute illness skin with the formation of purulent contents in the damaged area in various parts bodies. As a rule, the process is purulent-necrotic in nature, in which not only tissue inflammation is observed, but also the process of inflammation of the hair follicle, where the whole process begins. pathological process. The onset is folliculitis, with subsequent spread to the surrounding connective tissue. But a boil is distinguished from folliculitis not only by the extensive area of ​​damage, but also by clinical manifestations.

Since the boil is caused exclusively by pathogenic flora that has entered the follicle, the main culprit in its development seems to be Staphylococcus aureus. Less commonly, streptococci, as well as fungal skin infections, can be detected. But it is staphylococcal infection that most often accompanies the formation of boils.

Boil causes

Because main reason the formation of a boil appears to be a staphylococcal infection, we can talk about the bacterial nature of its origin. Numerous studies have found that staphylococcal flora is present on the skin normally, that is, it is considered a certain composition from the total number of microorganisms living on the surface of the human skin. But about 10% of total number staphylococcal flora are considered pathogenic agents of infectious disease. In patients with furunculosis, this ratio is disturbed, and the amount pathogenic microorganisms can reach 90%. This violation microflora of the skin can form as a result of non-compliance with skin hygiene, its traumatization with infection and decreased activity immune status body.

Decreased immunity is usually caused by chronic foci of infection and disease chronic course. Such diseases include: chronic sinusitis, tonsillitis. Also, metabolic disorders such as diabetes mellitus and pathologies of the endocrine system can lead to the development of boils. Enough long-term therapy corticosteroids and the use of cytostatics (drugs to suppress the immune system) also provoke the formation of boils.

The entry of staphylococci into the follicle with the subsequent formation of a boil can provoke maceration of the skin due to excessive sweating, or hyperhidrosis, as well as its injury. at dermatological diseases(, inguinal) is the entrance gate for the penetration of pathogenic flora.

A boil in the ear or nose area can develop as a result of chronic exposure to purulent discharge from the ear or nose due to adenoiditis, sinusitis, otitis media, and rhinitis.

Furuncle in a child mainly provoked external factors. But it can also develop as a result of hypothermia and, as a result, a decrease in the baby’s immunity. Often, a boil appears on a child’s face. In this case, it is not recommended to self-medicate, but to show the baby to a specialist as soon as possible.

Diagnosis of boils does not seem difficult. These formations should be differentiated from hidradenitis, anthrax, trichophytosis. Anthrax initially it is characterized by a papulovesicle with a black-brown scab on its surface, with extensive infiltration of the dermis and is accompanied by intense pain with a deterioration in the general condition of the patient. defined as acute purulent inflammation apocrine glands; he does not experience the formation of a necrotic core. Trichophytosis granuloma is often localized in the scalp and beard. Anamnesis (gathering information), the absence of pain and necrotic core, and the detection of fungi in the collected material from the affected area when examined under a microscope are important for making a diagnosis.

The purulent-inflammatory process covers the entire hair follicle, and then the surrounding tissue.

At first, the histological picture is similar to ostiofolliculitis, later necrosis of the pilosebaceous apparatus and surrounding tissues with extensive leukocyte infiltrate is revealed. IN connective tissue, which surrounds the hair follicle, there is great multitude blood vessels, significant swelling is provoked. In the affected area, collagen and elastic fibers are practically destroyed. Collagenized clusters of fibers surround the affected area in a strong ring, thereby making it difficult for infection to enter the body from the affected area.

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What does a boil look like?

The boil has several stages of its formation and development.

The first stage is characterized by the appearance of infiltration. In the second, the development of purulent contents and necrosis in the affected area. The third is the healing process.

During the first stage of the boil, a hard, raised infiltrate with hyperemia and unclear boundaries is formed around the hair follicle, which is accompanied by a tingling sensation and/or minor pain. Later, the infiltrate transforms into a dense tumor, which becomes painful; swelling of the surrounding tissues is observed.

On the third day, the second stage of development of the boil begins, at which it reaches up to 3 cm in diameter, in its center a necrotic core of a purulent nature with a pustule on its surface is formed. The boil forms into a cone-shaped tumor with smooth skin. During this period, the pain syndrome becomes more pronounced, body temperature rises to 38-39˚C, and symptoms of intoxication of the body may appear. Later, the surface of the pustule opens artificially or spontaneously, and the boil is emptied of purulent, sometimes blood-laced contents. After the rod is rejected, infiltration, swelling and pain disappear. And the remaining crater of this education filled with granulations and scarred within a few days. Initially, the scar is blue-red in color, later it becomes white color. With an adequate course of the inflammatory process, the development of the boil lasts a little more than a week.

When the clinical picture of the inflammatory process is erased, an infiltrate is formed with sharply expressed pain without the formation of pus and necrosis. When small in size, a boil differs from folliculitis in the development of a central necrotic core. In some patients, who are usually debilitated by other diseases, the boil develops into the formation of an abscess.

Boils can be located on any skin area of ​​the body, except for the area of ​​​​the palms and soles, where there are no follicles. Single boils often form on the back of the head, lower back, skin of the forearms, buttocks, abdomen, and lower extremities.

Boils of the outer ear are extremely painful. When the boil is located on the chest, neck, thigh, or near the lymph nodes, acute lymphadenitis and lymphangitis. With boils, metastases to the kidneys, liver and other organs can be detected. These complications sometimes define furunculosis as a very serious disease.

It happens that the boil is localized in the auricle. Signs of a boil in the ear are: throbbing, intense pain that can radiate to the jaw or temples. The pain can spread all over your head. The pain syndrome can worsen if the ear is twitched; in some cases, deterioration is observed after moving the jaw. A boil in the ear looks like a hyperemic and swollen area of ​​skin with a characteristic shine on its surface.

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Furuncle on the lip looks like a dense formation with a rod in the center, extremely painful on palpation. The patient's condition deteriorates greatly. The danger of this formation on the lip is that it is localized near the facial anterior vein and cavernous sinus. If an infection from a boil gets into this area, the patient may die, because meningitis or thrombosis of the cavernous sinus may develop.

A boil may also develop on the edge of the lip. Two days after infection enters this area, the patient may experience extensive swelling, burning and itching. A boil on the lip may look like a bleeding ulcer. She doesn't large sizes, but, as a rule, it causes a lot of trouble to its owner due to constant trauma.

Furuncle on the face

A furuncle on the face often appears as a single lesion, but can also appear in the form of group rashes. Initially, a boil is defined as a red colored growth on the skin and is often confused with a common pimple. But, after a few days, this formation begins to grow.

The size of the boil on the face can vary. Some of them reach sizes up to 4 cm in diameter, but such sizes are extremely rare. In the cavity of the boil, purulent contents gradually begin to accumulate, which on its surface is visible through the thin skin.

Ultimately, the boil on the face, as a rule, opens, the purulent contents flow out, and the wound cavity begins to gradually heal. The entire process of formation and development of a boil can take a matter of days or weeks. After boils on the face heal, there are usually no traces left in the form of scars. This is due to cellular composition facial skin. The exception is those cases when boils reach impressive sizes.

The cause of a boil on the face is bacterial flora, predominantly of a coccal nature. Its development can be facilitated by decreased immunity in the patient and inflammation in the facial area. Herpes infection on the face very often contributes to such a complication as the development of boils. A child may develop a boil on his face due to atopic dermatitis, hypovitaminosis. Also, boils on the face appear when trying to squeeze out a pimple on the face.

The problem with a boil on the face is that the circulatory system on the face is closely interconnected with the brain. The danger of this formation on the face is that with its development there is a possibility of purulent contents breaking into the brain area.

When a boil develops on the face, in addition to local treatment your doctor may recommend antibiotics wide range inside. Tetracycline antibiotics can be used, penicillin series and cephalosporins. The coccal pathogenic flora, in particular staphylococcus, is very sensitive to them. They can use: Unidox Solutab or Doxycycline, Ceftriaxone, Amoxicycline, Amoxiclav, Summed, Azithromycin, and if a secondary infection occurs, together with the main group of antibiotics, they can add the use of antimicrobial drugs in the form of Trichopolum or Metronidazole.

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Boil in the nose

A boil in the nose is considered an acute purulent inflammatory process sebaceous gland and/or hair follicle on the inner or outer surface of the wings of the nose, on the septum or tip of the nose.

In the formation of a nasal boil, as well as another acute purulent-inflammatory process of the hair follicle and its surrounding tissues, two forms are distinguished: the first form is the infiltration stage. Characterized by pain in the affected area, skin hyperemia, formation of a dense infiltrate with central location necrotic rod. The second form is the abscess formation stage. It is characterized by necrotic spread of purulent contents into the surrounding tissues, thinning of the skin in the affected area and fluctuation in the infiltrate.

Just like when boils occur in another area of ​​the body, the cause of a boil in the nose is staphylococcus and group A beta-hemolytic streptococcus.

The appearance and formation of a boil in the nasal area largely appears to be the virulence and pathogenicity of microorganisms on the one hand and, on the other hand, a combination of various endo- exogenous factors, which form a tendency to develop a purulent-inflammatory process. The entry point for infection is a violation of the integrity of the skin of the vestibule of the external nose, which occurs when it is injured (scratching, maceration).

Failure to comply with basic hygiene rules daily care behind the skin of the face, effect on the skin of the face production factors: cement, coal industrial dust, fuels and lubricants. In addition, the appearance of a boil in the nose is promoted by overheating or hypothermia, which negatively affects the anti-infective resistance of the skin.

An important role in the pathogenesis of boils in the nose is played by various factors endogenous in nature, along with which the bactericidal properties of secretions and sweat lose their power sebaceous glands, thereby disrupting the functional activity of the immune system. The above violations favor the persistence of the pathogen on the skin, the development of staphylococcal flora, and the formation and reappearance of boils in the nose. Also, conditions that are accompanied by decreased immunity have a pathological effect on the percentage of occurrence and progression of a boil on the nose: hypovitaminosis, malnutrition, chronic diseases Gastrointestinal tract.

A boil in the nose is often located on the wings and on the tip of the nose, or on the skin of the nasal septum. Gradually, the process of inflammation begins to develop, which is initially located in the depths of the hair follicle, then spreading even deeper. Within two days, hyperemia, thickening, swelling and soreness appear there, which intensifies with chewing.

Such changes are usually accompanied by weakness and the appearance of fever. Changes in peripheral blood reveal a shift to the left in the leukocyte formula and acceleration of the ESR. Later, if the process proceeds well, within a few days the density of the tissues in the inflammatory focus decreases, softening develops in the infiltrate, and no large number purulent contents, the necrotic core is rejected, and the wound cavity of the abscess is cleaned and filled with granulations. At the same time, the severity of the pain syndrome decreases, body temperature normalizes, and the general condition of the body returns to normal. In some cases, progression of purulent-inflammatory lesions, an increase in the area of ​​soft tissue necrosis, thinning of the skin, with the development of fluctuations may be observed.

If a boil develops in the nose, hospitalization of the patient is indicated.

During elevated body temperature, strict bed rest, taking liquid food and limiting facial expressions of emotions (do not smile, do not frown, do not laugh). After the temperature drops, physiotherapeutic procedures are recommended. These include Sollux and UHF, which have a good anti-inflammatory effect.

Treatment tactics depend on the form of the inflammation process. At the stage of infiltration, it is recommended to correctly wipe and blot the skin around the area of ​​​​the purulent focus alcohol solution. In the first day after the onset of infiltration, regular treatment of the pustule with 5% iodine solution has a good effect. Local therapy involves the use of ointments.

boil in nose photo

Ointment for boils should have good antibacterial properties, preferably with a broad spectrum of action. These types of ointments include: 2% Mupirocin ointment and 2% Fusidic acid ointment. Systemic antibiotics (Oxacillin, Cefazolin, Vancomycin, Amoxicilcin, Linezolid) are used in cases of extensive inflammation.

Surgical intervention is indicated when an abscess appears during the development of a boil. The incision of the resulting abscess is made either using local anesthesia, or under general anesthesia– it all depends on the affected area. After emptying the purulent contents and detritus, drainage is placed in the affected cavity and a bandage with antiseptic solutions is applied.

Sick leave is about 1 week for uncomplicated boils, and for septic complications, sick leave can be up to 21 days or more.

Furuncle under armpit

Since a boil is an inflamed cavity filled with pus in the hair follicle with the process spreading to the surrounding tissues, they can reach different sizes and their location is often those parts of the body where hair is present. Especially in places where there is constant friction with items of clothing, chains, underwear, etc. - that is, in places where there is constant trauma to the skin. These areas include: the neck, armpits, chest, groin and lower back.

A furuncle under the arm must be differentiated from a purulent-inflammatory process of the apocrine glands, that is, from hidradenitis. Hidradenitis is an acute diffuse purulent-inflammatory process of the apocrine glands in the armpits, anal area, and groin area.

You still need to be able to distinguish boils from scrofuloderma, erythema nodosum.

The cause of the development of boils under the armpit is often thought to be pathogenic microorganisms that enter the follicle and lead to the development of the inflammation process. This process is characterized by intense pain, swelling and hyperemia in the affected area.

The first signs of the formation and maturation of a boil under the arm are sensations of discomfort, itching and local hypertemia. The addition of such signs as the appearance of red stripes that are directed to the regional lymph nodes, the gradual formation of the mouth of the boil and severe pain require immediate appeal to the surgeon. It is forbidden to open independently ripening boils, because this can lead to undesirable consequences(penetration of infection inside - septicemia).

The inflammatory process with a boil under the arm usually completely covers the hair follicle, including the surrounding tissue with the sweat gland. With a boil under the armpit, enlargement of the lymph nodes in this area is also observed. In the affected area, elastic and collagen fibers are completely destroyed. The area affected by the boil is surrounded by a dense ring of collagenized accumulations of fibers, which make it difficult for the infectious process to enter the body. Therefore, squeezing out a boil with your own hands can lead to a breakthrough of this peculiar ring and the development of an inflammatory process throughout the body.

A boil under the armpit develops due to a constant deforming effect on the armpit area, therefore in this area there is a strong feeling of discomfort and pain when a boil develops.

There are a large number of different medications and methods available for the treatment of boils. Their choice depends on the stage of the boil and should be prescribed exclusively by a doctor. It should be remembered that when a boil under the arm ripens, you should never use liniment balm according to Vishnevsky, because it can provoke an increase in the development of infection.

boil under the arm photo

Furuncle treatment

Treatment of boils can be general and local.

To treat ripening boils, various drugs of the antimicrobial group are used, which are used to treat both the affected area and skin surface within a radius of several centimeters from it.

Twice a day, apply compresses from pure ichthyol to each developed boil and cover it with a thin layer of sterile cotton swab; dry heat is applied to such a compress (bags of hot sand or heating pads). You can use IFO of the affected area followed by applications of ichthyol. Such methods are also used to accelerate the development of a boil, to perform surgery, to provide drainage and to administer the drug directly into the abscess cavity.

In addition to ichthyol and IFO, ultraviolet irradiation in small doses is used at the stage of boil infiltration. Together with these methods, they inject around the circumference of the purulent infiltrate with solutions of novocaine and antibiotics. Needling is performed in a hospital setting (as day department, and around the clock).

Rest is created for the inflamed area of ​​the body; removable plaster splints are used on the limbs. If relief of the inflammatory process is not observed, then the blockades are repeated every day until the necrotic core comes out. Apply compresses with silver nitrate 1%, which are replaced every day. As a rule, a one-time injection in the early stage of boil development leads to a quick cure. IN in rare cases it is necessary to apply a double blockade.

Ointment for boils can be used with both antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory effects. It is possible to use ointments such as Dimexide, Shostakovsky balm, Biopin, etc.

For the treatment of mild localized boils, it is recommended to use Elon ointment from the famous German pharmaceutical company Cesra Arzneimittel GmbH & Co. A product based on turpentine substances draws pus from the depths of the inflamed area, swelling and a feeling of pressure at the site of inflammation are reduced, which leads to relief of pain and discomfort. Essential oils rosemary, thyme and thymol, which are part of the ointment, activates the maturation of purulent foci and contributes to the complete removal of pus.

The ointment should be applied once or twice a day under a sterile bandage (or patch). The duration of use of the ointment depends on the severity of the inflammatory process, but to achieve a satisfactory result, the ointment should be used for at least five days. In terms of its action, Ilon ointment is an analogue of Vishnevsky and Ichthyol ointments, but unlike them, it does not have an irritating odor and is convenient for everyday use. Elon K ointment can be found in pharmacies.

When a boil opens, ichthyol is also applied to the infiltrated area of ​​the lesion along its periphery, and a sterile bandage soaked in Ethacridine lactate (1:1000) or other antiseptic is applied to the center of the infiltrate. medicine. Also, during this period, darsonvalization and electrophoresis of zinc and copper salts are indicated. After opening the boil cavity, it is washed with a solution of 3% hydrogen peroxide and bandages are applied with sodium chloride solution every day until the wound cavity is completely cleansed.

Afterwards, every two days, bandages with Vishnevsky ointment are used, and if granulations develop, fatty indifferent bandages (with fish oil, with Vaseline and syntomycin emulsion).

Squeezing out a boil is strictly prohibited, because this can lead to a generalized spread of infection and the development of life-threatening complications. The rod is removed only after it is completely separated from the tissue. The skin around the circumference of the boil is treated with brilliant green, alcohol or methylene blue. It is also recommended to use ichthyol, which has keratoplasty, bactericidal, analgesic and anti-inflammatory effects. The boil is generously treated with it and covered with sterile cotton wool.

To dry the affected area, an “ichthyol cake” is used, which can be easily washed off with warm water. Dressings must be replaced 2 times. per day. You should not apply ichthyol to an already ruptured boil, because this may prevent the emptying of purulent contents and the exit of the necrotic core.

Surgical intervention is used for lingering boils that progress to the abscess formation stage. Surgical intervention consists of incision of the furunculous cavity under anesthesia local character. The period after manipulation is no different from local therapy for already ruptured boils. Can also be used complete removal boil with suturing.

Treatment of a boil is recommended until the infiltrate is completely reabsorbed, because a boil that does not respond to adequate therapy causes numerous complications. Do not massage the skin in the area former boils. It is also not recommended to use warming compresses, because they contribute to the development of maceration of the skin around the boil, which accelerates the spread of the inflammation process and provokes the appearance of new boils.

If you have a boil on the lip or face, a boil in the ear or boils in children, you should not put off visiting a doctor. Such localizations of boils are best treated in a hospital setting, using broad-spectrum antibiotics. Doxycycline, Azithromycin, Vilprafen, Klacid (oral) can be used; Ceftriaxone, Penicillin, Gentamicin (intramuscular); staphylococcal toxoid; protein therapy; autohemotherapy; vitamin therapy, etc. Penicillin is administered at 1,000,000 units per day - every three hours, 100,000 units. Azithromycin is prescribed 500 mg twice a day. per day for a week (but also depends on the age of the patient). Doxycycline 100 mg 2 times a day for 10 days.

Sulfonamide drugs are used at a dose of 3.5 g per day for five days. A good effect is the combination of antibiotic therapy with drugs of the immunological group (immune modulators). They also produce a combination of antibiotics with sulfonamides. For desensitization, use Pipolfen, Suprastin, Diphenhydramine, Calcium chloride, etc.

Use intramuscular injections B vitamins and nicotinic acid(B1, B6, B12), vitamin A, vitamin C, thiamine. This is used to prevent hypovitaminosis and improve metabolism.

Staphylococcal antifagin followed by increasing the dose: starting from 0.2 ml and increasing by 0.2 ml every day until a dose of 2 ml is reached.

Treatment of boils at home

Treatment of a boil can be carried out at home, especially if the boil is not complicated.

Traditional medicine for boils recommends collecting from the herb string, nettle, calendula and chamomile flowers, and St. John's wort. These herbs are taken in equal proportions. An infusion is made from this collection, which is indicated for use in 70 ml 3 times. per day for a course of three weeks.

To treat a boil, you can take an infusion of St. John's wort, chamomile, and sorrel orally as a self-administration. Any of these infusions is taken 100 ml three times a day. Externally, it is recommended to use Japanese sophora tincture, arnica tincture, eucalyptus tincture, Kalanchoe juice, Chlorophyllipt.

To speed up the development of the boil, apply a paste of baked onions, boiled parsley roots, chamomile flowers, and plantain paste to it. To prepare the paste, grind the ingredients in a mortar and gradually add water. Later, the resulting pulp is applied to the boil and covered with sterile gauze or bandage.

Fresh grated horseradish is applied to the ripening boil, which is mixed with 20% tincture spotted milk thistle. After half an hour, the grated horseradish is removed from the affected area, and the area is blotted with milk thistle tincture.

The cavity of the boil, after opening it, can be treated with St. John's wort oil; Kalanchoe ointment, marsh calamus powder, and Novoimanin are used for the same purpose.

For boils, a decoction of nettle can be used. Take one tablespoon of nettle and one glass of boiling water. Crushed nettle herb is poured with boiling water and infused for half an hour. Taken within 30 minutes. before meals, which helps improve skin cleansing and circulation arterial blood. In addition, you need to drink at least 2 liters of regular purified water per day. It helps remove toxins from the body.

Also, a tomato mask made from two tablespoons of glycerin and a glass of tomato juice is considered an effective remedy for treating boils. All ingredients are mixed. Apply the mask to the affected area 3 times. per day. This mixture must be stored in the refrigerator. This mask allows the boil to ripen faster.

The following balm can be used to treat boils at home. It is prepared from 1 tablespoon of honey, 1 tbsp. spoons of flour, 1 teaspoon olive oil and 1 yolk. All ingredients are mixed and cooked over low heat until a jelly-like mass forms. Do not bring to a boil. After the prepared balm has cooled, it is applied to a bandage, which is applied to the area affected by the boil for half an hour.

An infusion of sage leaves and chamomile flowers has an effective effect. One spoon of the collection is poured with boiling water, left for 20 minutes and, after cooling, used as compresses on the affected area.

A cucumber mask with a refreshing effect helps eliminate inflammation. Take a fresh cucumber, grate it and apply the resulting pulp to the affected area for 30 minutes. It is better to carry out this procedure daily. Its use prevents the development of new purulent foci, at the same time helping to maintain natural beauty skin.

To treat the inflammation process during the development of a boil, you can make your own solution. It consists of a teaspoon of calendula (tincture) and a glass of boiled water. Add 1 teaspoon of honey there. This solution is shaken vigorously, then used as compresses on the affected areas of the skin. Keep compresses in the area of ​​inflammation for at least 20 minutes.

Medicinal cakes made from rye flour, milk and honey are very popular. They are recommended to be applied to boils. After such treatment methods, boils quickly mature and open.

There's another one effective way to improve the maturation of the boil. An onion is taken and boiled in milk. You can also bake it in the oven. Used as an application to the inflamed area.

Prevention of the formation of boils involves determining the causes underlying the development of the disease. In order to prevent the development of folliculitis and/or boils during the period of illness water procedures affected area are prohibited. The hair in the area of ​​inflammation and around it is cut off, the skin around the boil is wiped with a solution of salicylic alcohol or camphor alcohol 2 times a day.

Prevention of boils also comes down to maintaining personal hygiene, combating microtraumas of the skin, adequate treatment of affected areas of the skin, preventing the skin from hypothermia and its maceration.

The process of maturation of an abscess is quite painful and lengthy. The final period depends on the size of the boil, its location and the individual characteristics of the body. The average time is 7-10 days. When the boil matures, a person feels an aching pain in the affected area of ​​the skin. During this period, it is important to follow a number of rules:

• do not touch the boil with your hands (if this happens, wash your hands with antibacterial soap);
• if the abscess clings to clothing, cover it with gauze or a bandage, secure the bandage with an adhesive plaster;
• Other people's personal hygiene products, linen and towels are prohibited.

ATTENTION! It is allowed to treat a boil at home if its size does not exceed 5 mm, and there is no fever or other symptoms of intoxication. If the abscess brings noticeable discomfort and quickly increases in size, it is better to visit a doctor.

Process stages

The maturation process consists of several stages. The first is called infiltration. It begins from the moment the infection penetrates the layers of the epidermis. Signs: blurred swelling on the skin, itching and pain when pressed, local pulsation. Duration – up to 4 days.

The next stage is secondary or immediate maturation. At this time, a purulent rod is formed, the boundaries of the boil are clearly marked, and the head of the rod is visible. This stage takes up to 5 days. The result is a mature boil. Final stage– breakthrough or independent opening of the neoplasm, removal of pus and gradual self-cleaning of the wound.

So, how long does it usually take for a boil to mature? During a normal course, the entire cycle (including breakthrough) takes from 9 to 15 days. If a person uses supportive treatment measures, the process becomes even shorter (a week). The quality of maturation also depends on the general state of the immune system.

Photo

Below you can see a photo of an immature and mature boil.

What if the boil does not ripen within the designated period?

If the boil does not mature, and the head of the rod is in the first stage for more than 6 days and does not break through, medical attention is required. Failure to consult a doctor will cause a number of complications:

• high temperature, fever;
• development of the inflammation process;
• abscess formation;
• vascular thrombosis;
• provoking dangerous pathologies (meningitis, sepsis).

What can I do to make the closed abscess finally come out?

The initial mandatory actions are adjustments to your usual lifestyle.

Important! In order for the abscess to ripen faster, it is recommended to review the diet and remove harmful, spicy, sweet foods and smoked foods from it.

It is important to normalize the balance of fluid intake - drink at least 2 liters per day. Special attention should pay attention to body hygiene(hand washing, skin treatment antibacterial agents). If after performing all the steps the boil does not come out and remains the same, more radical methods are required.

Medication methods

In medical offices, speeding up the boil ripening process is usually done using the following methods.

1. Exposure to ultraviolet radiation. The purpose of the procedure is to destroy pathogenic microorganisms, regenerate damaged tissues, and improve oxygen supply.
2. Thermal effect. Indication – rapid removal of pus from the wound surface.
3. Treating the skin with antiseptic agents. For this, hydrogen peroxide, iodine, boric alcohol or salicylic acid are used.
4. Applications with medicinal ointments(Ichthyol, Vishnevsky ointment, Tetracycline).

After the abscess has broken through, bandages with antibiotics are indicated. The procedure is necessary to stop the process of inflammation and disinfect necrotic tissue.

The last option is to undergo surgery. If there is no effect conservative treatment, resort to surgical help. The doctor gives the patient local anesthesia and opens the boil cavity with a scalpel.

The surgeon cleanses the wound of pus, removes the rod and necrotic tissue. Be sure to insert drainage into the treated wound for 5-6 days. Next, a bandage with a disinfecting solution is applied to the wound surface. The patient is simultaneously prescribed a course of antibiotics and vitamins.

REFERENCE! An alternative to surgery is laser removal of the abscess. The procedure takes 30-40 minutes. The laser burns out the contents of the abscess, leaving no scars on the skin after treatment.

Folk recipes

To make the boil open faster, the affected area of ​​skin can be treated with some folk remedies. It is advisable to start treatment at home from the first stage of boil formation - when itching and redness appear on the skin. If the abscess has already been opened, traditional methods use is prohibited.

A selection of effective recipes:

It is forbidden to open the contents of the boil yourself. The purulent contents will enter adjacent tissues and into the bloodstream. This can lead to dangerous complications, from sepsis to death.

So, the period of ripening of a boil depends on its size and the state of immunity. The normal time period is from 7 to 15 days. If after this period the abscess has not ruptured, the first thing to do is to apply for medical assistance. In addition to medical procedures, folk recipes will speed up the ripening period. If there is no therapeutic effect, surgery or laser removal of the boil is indicated.

How to get rid of a boil? Is it worth cutting out a boil, boil, or carbuncle? The direct answer is in the last subtitle of the article, and now general information about boils. It turns out that you can often do without this drastic measure, which is associated with certain risks.

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WHAT IS A BOIL

In common parlance, a boil is called a boil. It occurs when there is purulent damage to the hair follicle. The causes of boils and diseases such as furunculosis are usually staphylococcus (golden or white).

Boils appear mainly in the area of ​​soft tissue with hair and frequent contact with clothing or environment. For example, these are the areas of the armpits, groin, face (nose, cheeks), chest, buttocks, etc. When moving, in certain parts of the body the inflamed boil hurts very much. Well, when it appears on the face, it’s not beautiful either. In addition, after the boil ruptures, a scar may remain in its place for many years. How can this be possible? Especially if there was more than one boil.

There are also carbuncles. These are very large boils, or a number of boils that appear next to each other. A carbuncle hurts more than a boil and is located deeper, so it can be more difficult to deal with.

FURUNCLE. CAUSES AND SYMPTOMS OF OCCASION

Boils occur when bacteria invade the hair follicle. At first skin tissue it swells, becomes red, and then the area fills with pus. Pus does not appear immediately. First comes the inflammatory process. At this stage, in order to avoid traces of the boil, it is important to deal with it. In addition, as long as there is no pus, it is not dangerous to do it yourself. If a purulent grain appears, you should consult a doctor or (if the boil is small) wait until it breaks.

• If, with all the efforts you put in, there is no improvement within three days;
• if the boil is very painful and with a large number pus;
• if the pain that occurs interferes with movement;
• if when a boil appears, the temperature rises or red stripes are visible radiating from the boil (lymphangitis);
• if boils begin to appear frequently (furunculosis), albeit of a small volume.

In these cases, you should definitely consult a doctor! It would also be a good idea to pay attention to yours.

How to prevent boils at an early stage?

Often, when it comes to treating furunculosis, many doctors advise speeding up the process of formation of an abscess. But few people know how to prevent a boil at an early stage, how to cope with the problem if the tumor has already begun, but the abscess has not yet begun to form? After all, this would be the best option, since after a boil breaks out, scars may remain, which is especially unpleasant if it was on the face... But there is a way out...

So, what to do if you have an inflamed boil? How to quickly remove a boil? You will find out by reading the article further. It contains true story from life. To find answers to these questions, I had to conduct a whole study with an experiment on myself and the (indirect) participation of doctors...

How to cure boils, simple ways...

Both me and my mother had a boil. My issue was resolved quickly. I came to local dentistry, and I lived in a small town then, pointed to my cheek with inflammation, medical workers They quickly made a decision after consulting for half a minute. It’s good that from their conversation I remembered the keyword “necrolitic”. Later it was very useful to me. In general, in order, how to get rid of a boil on the face and more.

After talking about the necrolytic, a nurse came up to me, stuck a patch directly on the inflammation and said: “Do not remove the patch for two days, if the inflammation does not disappear, then come, we will decide what to do next. If it disappears, you don’t have to come at all.” This was the end of my torment and worry, because after two days the inflammation disappeared, as if nothing had happened.
My mother had a problem (and a very serious one) in this area much later - several years later. She began to develop a boil right on her nose, and around the holidays ( New Year), when it was very difficult to see a doctor in a timely manner, and the medical system had already changed by that time. In general, she had to undergo surgery. I learned about this fact after it happened, so to speak, after the fact, since I had already moved to another city at that time.

What's done is done, but surgery does not guarantee that the boil will not appear again. It’s good that my mother had a relapse in my presence, when she came to stay with me for a while. When the first symptoms appeared: redness, swelling and itching, my mother was in a panic:
The boil has popped off, what should I do? I don't want any more nose surgery! - Mom exclaimed in despair.
Go to the dentist, tell them to give you a necrolytic, I said (naive).
Of course, my mother immediately went to the hospital. Can you imagine my surprise when she came and said that this was the first time doctors had even heard such a word, and that they didn’t know what to do with inflammation at this stage. Doctors from the first hospital she came to sent her to another. She went there too. In another hospital they said about the same thing, shrugged their shoulders and sent me to a third. In general, she only had enough patience for three clinics. Mom came home terribly angry: “No one knows what a “necrolithic” is, and no one knows what to do to prevent the boil from ripening! Is there really another operation?!”

I'm shocked, my mother is in despair. Yes, that’s understandable. The last time the boil was cut out, during the process of its maturation, her nose and whole face were terribly painful and swollen, and her eyes were almost completely swollen. The boil itself was painful and the operation to cut it out was also painful. Mom didn’t want this whole nightmare to happen again. It felt like I had to do it all over again. Like last time, the whole face became swollen from a boil that appeared on the nose. Of course, plus everything, the tumor is red and burning. What to do? Can a boil go away on its own? I no longer had any doubts, I knew that it couldn’t happen if I didn’t find this ill-fated “necrolitic”, from whom it completely disappeared for me - as if it had never happened!

Pepper plaster is the best remedy for boils

I started rummaging through reference books and articles on the topic. Nothing! Moreover, there is no advice not only on treatment at the stage of inflammation of boils, but also the word “necrolytic” itself is not found either on the Internet or in the literature. I thought that this was an official term, but alas... it’s something like a medical name-calling in narrow circles to encrypt a medicinal product.

I didn't give up. I started looking for all the known medical patches with the “necro” root. This is where the presence came in handy, since I had to high speed dig through a bunch of special material. In general, I found it! So what do you think? The only patch with specific medical name containing the words “necro” turned out to be pepper patch!

Again, my surprise knew no bounds: “Putting pepper plaster on inflammation?!” This will intensify an already unpleasant process!” I thought. But I still told my mother. They both doubted it for another whole day. And time goes by... the process intensifies... We bought a plaster, we are afraid to stick it on... Time passes... What to do?

I tell my mother: “Let’s at least try, it’s unlikely that anything could be worse than what you already had and the operation.” There were no other options. If we delay it and pus appears, then it will definitely be impossible to experiment, because then infection may begin. And the stage is almost on the verge of grain ripening. Listen to your body’s reactions, it will get worse, quickly peel it off.”

Mom finally made up her mind and a miracle happened! The first thing she felt was a weakening of the unpleasant feeling of burning and itching that occurs during the inflammatory process. The next day, the redness from inflammation and swelling decreased by a third, and the next day by half. She didn’t feel any burning sensation from the patch at all, and the inflammation went away! Gradually everything went completely! We were on the right track. The saving "necrolitic" - it was an ordinary pepper patch.

This discovery prompted us to learn more about pepper patch. Now he helps me with other problems. For example:

• Runny nose
• Inflammation of the lymph nodes with angina
• Headache
• Sinusitis
• Muscle spasms

I wonder what else medicine is hiding from us?

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It happens that even a person with perfect skin one day discovers a painful abscess on some part of the body. This is what a boil looks like. An annoying cosmetic defect is not always harmless and, if handled incorrectly, can cause serious trouble. What should be the correct treatment for a boil? What can and what absolutely cannot be done with it? In what cases is it necessary to consult a doctor? You will find answers to these and many other questions in this article.

What is a boil?

A boil is usually called a purulent-necrotic inflammation that occurs in the hair follicle and spreads to the surrounding tissues.

To understand where and how this happens, you will have to delve a little deeper into the study of the structure of hair.

Hair is modified keratinized cells of the epidermis. They consist of:

• the rod that we see above the surface of the skin;
• root located directly in its thickness.

The root “sits” in the follicular sac (you’ve probably seen it at the tip of plucked eyebrows), where the hair is nourished. The ducts of the sebaceous and sweat glands exit into the cavity of the pouch. It is important to know that sebum has an antibacterial and anti-inflammatory effect, and therefore normally protects the dermis from pathogenic microorganisms. But if something goes wrong, microbes that live in abundance on the skin get inside the hair follicle and cause inflammation there. This is how the formation of a boil begins.

Visually, this is manifested by the formation of a dense inflamed area on the skin, which enlarges for some time, and then breaks through with the release of pus and the release of a necrotic core. A boil can appear on any part of the body where there is hair. This means everywhere except the palms and feet.

1. Most often it forms on the face (in approximately 60% of cases).
2. The second place for the frequency of rashes is the back of the head.
3. With varying degrees of success, inflammation periodically occurs on the buttocks, thighs, shoulders, and groin area.

Adults are more susceptible to the disease than children, and men suffer from this problem more often than women. Boils can appear at any age, but most often affect people between 10 and 40 years old.

Causes of boils

Having understood the mechanism of inflammation, we have not yet figured out what is the prerequisite for this. There are many reasons why sebum cannot cope with the attack of microbes. Let's look at the main ones.

1. Mechanical damage to the skin. This can happen while shaving, due to regular rubbing (for example, under the armpits or in the groin) or for other reasons.
2. Overdrying of the skin alcohol products, cosmetic procedures. As a result of these actions, the epidermis loses its protective lipid layer and, in addition, becomes covered with microcracks.
3. Poor hygiene or lack thereof. Too frequent hygiene procedures destroy the skin's natural defenses. And insufficient cleansing promotes the growth of bacteria.
4. Decreased immunity, regardless of the reasons. Hypothermia, exacerbation of chronic diseases, infection, etc.
5. Increased sweating in combination with a violation of the protective functions of the skin. Therefore, in the hot season, boils bother people more often. Athletes and people involved in physical work in unfavorable conditions are also susceptible to the disease.
6. Prolonged skin contact with pathogenic nasal discharge due to rhinitis or other infectious diseases.
7. Professional factor (working with chemicals, dust, etc.)
8. Hormonal disorders caused by adrenal hyperfunction. These organs are responsible, among other things, for the secretion of the sebaceous glands.
9. Diabetes mellitus.

In each case, the intensity of the disease is individual and treatment methods differ.

So, an accidental cut will most likely cause a single boil in the area of ​​damage. And hormonal imbalance can lead to multiple inflammations in the different parts bodies. This condition is called furunculosis and requires serious treatment.

Theoretically, absolutely any bacteria that lives on the skin can provoke inflammation. But most often the winner's laurels go to staphylococcus. This microorganism lives on the human body and surrounding objects constantly and is part of the natural microflora. As long as the immune system is strong, staphylococcus is not dangerous, but as soon as a gap appears in the protective system, the insidious bacterium does not miss the opportunity to take advantage of the moment.

Symptoms of a boil

The appearance of a single boil is accompanied by localized pain, swelling and sharp redness affected area. If inflammation develops on the face, in the area of ​​the lymph nodes, or simply when the abscess is large, fever and deterioration in general condition may appear.

The development of a boil normally goes through three stages.

1. The appearance of infiltration. The follicle gradually becomes inflamed, the tissue around it becomes harder, turns red, and swells. Appears sharp pain while touching. People say that the boil is ripening.
2. Formation of necrosis. After 3-4 days, a necrotic core consisting of dead cells and pus forms around the hair inside the diseased follicle. A noticeable abscess with a white or black head now appears on the skin, which will open on its own over time. When this happens, the pus will come out first, and then the rod itself will come off. An open wound will form at the site of the boil, swelling will subside, and inflammation will disappear.
3. Healing. A small abscess usually leaves no trace after healing. But if the inflammation was extensive, then the place where the abscess was opened resembles an ulcer, which takes a long time to heal and leaves a scar on the skin.

Despite the fact that a boil is usually quite easy to identify, in some cases even doctors need to conduct tests to make an accurate diagnosis. For example, inflammation of the follicle on the buttock should be differentiated from inflammation sciatic nerve, on the penis - with diseases transmitted during sexual intercourse, and so on. Therefore, before applying life-giving plantain to a sore spot, still visit a surgeon or dermatologist with the problem that worries you.

Species and types

Most often, with proper therapy, even at home, a boil does not pose a danger. But in certain parts of the body, inflammation can be extremely dangerous and even lead to sepsis and other complications.

Depending on the number and location of foci of inflammation, they are usually distinguished.

1. Inflammation of one hair follicle is called a boil.
2. Inflammation of several follicles located nearby is already a carbuncle.
3. Multiple inflammations formed on different parts of the body are furunculosis.

Boil on the body

On the body, a boil (as people call it a boil) can appear in the most unexpected place. The largest ones form on the buttocks and thighs. But their most common place is the lower back. They often say that a person has been blown away. Indeed, the appearance of an abscess can provoke a local decrease in immunity. Typically, such isolated rashes go away on their own and do not require surgical intervention. It is only important to make sure that the affected area is not rubbed or injured.

Furuncle in the ear

One of the most painful and dangerous places where a boil can appear is the auricle, lobe and area around the ear. Here the boils are especially painful, to the point of being impossible to touch. An abscess in the ear is often accompanied by a jump in temperature and worsening general well-being. Inflammation that has arisen in this area should not be touched at all! Unless, of course, you want to walk around with a drainage tube for a week or lose your hearing altogether.

Furuncle on the face

The most favorite place for boils is the face. And the most dangerous thing. One of the rules of purulent surgery says that touching any rashes on the face, and especially in the area of ​​the nasolabial triangle, is strictly prohibited. Due to the structural features, the formation of thrombosis of blood and lymphatic vessels with subsequent sepsis or inflammation of the meninges is possible.

Boil in the nose

An extremely painful condition is caused by a boil that appears inside the nose. The prerequisite for this is most often plucking hairs in the nostrils or the habit of picking your nose. Boils can also be caused by bacterial rhinitis. Inflammation that spreads as a result of an attempt to squeeze out a boil can cause blindness and paralysis of the facial vein.

Boil on the butt

The buttocks are also not immune to boils. In addition, unlike other parts of the body, a boil on a soft spot brings great discomfort. You can leave the inflamed area on your face untouched throughout the entire treatment period, but how can you avoid the need to sit? Boils on the butt usually reach quite impressive sizes, and therefore getting rid of them on your own can be problematic. The cause of inflammation of the follicles on the buttocks is most often insufficient hygiene and hypothermia.

Furuncle on the labia

It is strictly forbidden to treat any rash on the labia yourself. Furuncle in intimate area can cause serious inflammatory processes, including bartholinitis. This is the name for inflammation of the gland responsible for the secretion of vaginal lubrication. In addition, making a diagnosis on your own is very reckless, since various inflammations and rashes on the genitals may indicate an STD.

Boil on penis

This phenomenon is not so common, but is the most susceptible to complications. And the problem is not that the penis reacts in any particular way to the appearance of a boil. It’s just that most men are embarrassed to go to the doctor with their problem and prescribe home treatment, which often begins with opening the abscess. The consequences are usually very sad - an abscess, extensive inflammation, lymphadenitis.

Furuncle under armpit

Like the inflammatory process on the penis, an abscess in the armpit very often leads to the development of lymphadenitis. This is due to the proximity of the lymph nodes. Besides, profuse sweating and the inevitable friction when walking often provoke the formation of large boils in this area. Such inflammations must be opened in a hospital setting. A boil under the armpit is usually accompanied by severe pain and general malaise.

Abscess boil

Sometimes the boil does not open on its own, as a result of which the inflammation becomes increasingly widespread, involving nearby tissues. This condition is called an abscess boil, and it requires mandatory (!) surgical intervention. An abscess can be provoked by trying to squeeze out the boil yourself or by accelerating the process of its maturation with warm, wet compresses.

It may seem that the terrible consequences of furunculosis are far-fetched and as if they are specially promoted by harmful doctors in order to drive more patients into hospitals. Well, really, who goes to the doctor with an ordinary pimple? But a boil is not acne, and there are situations where it is impossible to manage without surgical intervention or drug therapy.

How to quickly treat a boil at home?

No matter how insignificant a problem a boil may seem at first glance, it is better to overcome the desire to solve it yourself.

Remember that you cannot treat the disease at home in the following cases:

• the child has a problem;
• several boils (furunculosis develops);
• the inflammatory process is accompanied by fever;
• you have been diagnosed with diabetes;
• the boil caused an abscess;
• the boil does not open on its own, several days after the onset of inflammation;
• inflammation affected several hair follicles and a carbuncle appeared;
• the affected area reaches more than 5 mm in diameter;
• a boil appears on the face, ear, armpit or groin.

In other words, only a single boil on the back, shoulders, or limbs can be treated at home, which has not reached a large size and is not accompanied by fever. In other situations, consulting a doctor is strictly necessary.

When there are many boils, local therapy is not enough.

Treatment is expected to be comprehensive, including:

• UV irradiation;
• laser therapy;
• strengthening the immune system, including with the help of immunomodulators.

If it was revealed that the disease appeared against the background of a hormonal imbalance, then treatment, naturally, involves, first of all, eliminating the cause of furunculosis.

Ointments and agents that accelerate the breakthrough of an abscess

Contrary to the widely advertised method of warming up the boil with hot, wet compresses, still do not do this if you do not want to develop an abscess. In this way, I really want to speed up the maturation of the rod, but at the same time the inflammation spreads to nearby tissues.

Instead, it's better to do this:

• apply an antiseptic solution to the painful area (it is best to use regular medical alcohol for these purposes);
• lubricate the inflamed area with Levomekol ointment;
• you can cauterize the boil with iodine;
• Warming up with infrared rays is allowed.

If the abscess is large, blockade with antibiotics can be performed in a hospital setting at the infiltration stage.

Removing a boil

The boil should open on its own! No pressing movements or surgical instruments should be used to speed up this process.

1. To soften the top of the boil, it can be lubricated with salicylic acid.
2. At the stage of infiltration formation in a hospital setting, the inflamed area can be injected with antibiotics and painkillers. Such a blockade is usually sufficient to relieve inflammation and repeating the procedure is not required.
3. At home, the boil can be covered twice a day ichthyol ointment. An ichthyol plug forms on the surface of the inflamed area, which is easily removed without damaging the skin.

At later stages, ointment for boils alone is not able to prevent inflammation. Therefore, we just have to wait for the boil to ripen. Then the purulent contents come out on their own. In this case, the wound is treated with clean hands with a solution of furatsilin, and then with hydrogen peroxide. Necrotic rod It may not come out immediately, but after a while. This process cannot be accelerated; it will occur on its own after complete separation of necrotic tissue.

Rod removal surgery

In a hospital setting, the rod is removed with a special clamp. Surgical intervention is usually indicated when the purulent infiltrate spreads into the subcutaneous tissue with the formation of an abscess. The outbreak is opened in the hospital, after which the resulting cavity is cleaned. In some cases, a drainage tube may be placed to drain the exudate. When the wound heals, the drainage is removed, and its edges are treated with brilliant green.

Care of abscess lesions after opening

The cavities formed after the opening of the boil are treated daily with hydrogen peroxide. To cleanse necrotic masses, you can make bandages with a sodium chloride solution. When the wound is clean, once every couple of days you can treat its edges with Vishnevsky ointment.

When to start taking antibiotics?

The use of antibiotics is not necessary when treating a single boil.

But they can be prescribed if:

• the patient's immunity is sharply reduced;
• the patient suffers from diabetes;
• the wound takes a very long time to heal.

You cannot prescribe antibiotics for boils on your own, since the doctor, when choosing a remedy, is guided by the type of bacteria that caused the inflammation. Only 10% of all staphylococcus strains are capable of causing boils, and not all of them are sensitive to classical antibacterial agents.

Antibiotics are also indicated in the treatment of multiple foci of inflammation or during surgery. But in this case, the doctor will definitely explain when, how much and what medications to take. The illiterate use of just any antibiotic can “harden” the bacteria, making it more resistant to other agents.

Traditional methods of treating boils

Before the risky procedure of destroying boils using traditional methods, it is better to consult a doctor. You cannot fight carbuncles, furunculosis, abscesses and inflammation on your face, ears, and genitals on your own.

1. One of the oldest ways to combat all dermatological problems is aloe. And the boil is no exception. Apply the leaves of this plant, after cutting them lengthwise, with the pulp to the inflamed area. Secure the sheet with a gauze bandage or plaster so that the affected area “breathes.” The lotion should be changed when the leaf withers.
2. Butter and propolis. Melt the butter in a frying pan, add propolis to it and heat it up too. Mix well, remove from heat and apply a warm dry compress to the boil.
3. You can apply a mixture of crushed calendula leaves and the same butter to the boil at the ripening stage. Grind the leaves into powder in a mortar and melt the butter. Mix the ingredients and when the mass has cooled to a comfortable temperature, apply to the sore spot.

Chronic furunculosis: symptoms and treatment

Furunculosis, which appears regularly after a successfully completed course of treatment, is called chronic. Rashes are found on various parts of the body and can cause general deterioration health and fever. Common furunculosis usually becomes chronic, the true cause of which has not been clarified. Most often these are hormonal disorders or chronic diseases that reduce immunity.

To make a correct diagnosis, you should take blood and urine tests, check the condition of the ENT organs, digestive and endocrine systems.

Treatment is primarily aimed at eliminating the provoking factor. Practice shows that even chronic furunculosis against the background of diabetes mellitus can be kept in check.

Why is a boil dangerous during pregnancy?

Pregnant women are susceptible to the appearance of boils almost more often than other people. This is facilitated by reduced immunity and hormonal fluctuations. It is strictly forbidden to treat yourself, since it is very important to identify the cause of the inflammatory processes. Self-medication can also lead to an abscess and blood poisoning, which already poses an immediate threat to the life of the mother and child.

Treatment in pregnant women is almost never carried out with antibiotics (including ointments). Therapy is mainly aimed at accelerating the ripening of boils and rapid healing.

Furunculosis in children

Treatment of furunculosis in children is no different from adult therapy. Inflamed areas should not be injured and wet hot compresses should not be applied to them. If even one boil appears in a child, do not engage in home therapy. And not because you can’t cope, but because of the need to find out the reasons for its appearance.

In general, a boil in a child develops according to the traditional pattern. It matures and opens, forming a wound that heals over time. The advisability of taking antibiotics in each case is determined only by a doctor.

What vitamins should I take for furunculosis?

There is no need to take additional multivitamins if you once have a single boil that opens and heals on its own. But in severe cases, when antibiotic therapy was carried out or the disease was accompanied by an abscess, an additional dose may be indicated:

• ascorbic acid;
• thiamine;
• riboflavin;
• nicotinamide.

The use of vitamins B and C helps strengthen the immune system and accelerate metabolic processes. Thus, relapse is prevented and wound healing is accelerated.

Nutrition for furunculosis

Special diets for furunculosis are usually not prescribed.

Nutrition should be rational and devoid of potential “harm”:

• baked goods;
• carbonated drinks;
• sweet creams, pastries, cakes;
• sauces;
• fried and fatty foods.

This set of products affects the activity of the sebaceous glands.

Must be present in the diet rich in vitamins plant food to strengthen the body's protective barrier. Adequate consumption of carbohydrates (pasta, porridge, potatoes) is important. After consulting with your doctor, you can additionally take brewer's yeast.

Boils are not just a cosmetic defect. This is a disease whose treatment often requires systematic approach. To prevent illness, strengthen your immune system, eat right, and do not develop chronic diseases.

A boil is a painful formation on the skin, which is a hemisphere with pus inside. Often a boil appears suddenly - in just a few hours, so it can cause big problems for those people who are involved in public relations and are constantly “in sight”. For ordinary people, the appearance of a sore also causes quite a few problems - the purulent area becomes inflamed, hurts and bothers almost every movement. Why do boils appear? In what ways can they be removed from the body? This article will help answer these and other questions.

What is a boil

Among the people, the boil has a different, more common name - boil. The second term is not used in medicine, therefore official name a disease in which an abscess appears on the skin - furunculosis. A boil is a purulent core that is located under the skin, and on top, in the form of a hemisphere, there is only a small part of dead skin cells. Boils are often confused with pimples - they are the same size, approximately 2-3 mm, purulent in color, but the boil is more painful and a reddish ring appears around the abscess.

Chiri can appear on any part of the skin, but most often it occurs in the armpits, buttocks, neck, groin or in places where hair predominates. Boils most often occur in autumn or winter, a time when there is little sunlight.

Why do boils appear on the skin?

The main reason for the appearance of boils is an excessive amount of staphylococcus and streptococcus bacteria. The rods of these dangerous microorganisms penetrate the hair follicle, cause inflammation, which is why pus appears. In a healthy body, the quantitative content of this type of bacteria is normal. Only during illness do they multiply intensively and are localized in a more vulnerable area of ​​the skin.

Why can intensive proliferation of staphylococci and streptococci occur?

1. Violation of personal hygiene rules. Due to the fact that a person is careless about his cleanliness, an imbalance of beneficial and harmful bacteria. Rarely washing your body and hands, and insufficient skin care are one of the main reasons for the appearance of boils.
2. Weakening of the immune system. Very often, due to periodic diseases, the immune system is weakened, and the ability to fight pests decreases. Furunculosis can begin in people with diabetes who have undergone chemotherapy or radiation, as well as in patients with AIDS and HIV infections.
3. Purulent formations on the skin can appear due to gastrointestinal diseases, hormonal disorders or diseases of the endocrine system.
4. Boils often appear in places where it is constantly damp and wet. They can also occur when the body is hypothermic or overheated.

Since the main cause of boils is a bacterial infection, it can either begin to develop intensively or maintain the same balance. It all depends on how strong a person's immune system is.

Attention! This is important when self-medicating!

If you suspect that the pustule that has arisen is not a pimple, but a boil, consult a doctor immediately. He will prescribe you medications that will quickly cope with this unpleasant illness. However, if you don't have time and rely only on own strength, please note that under no circumstances should the boil be picked, pierced or squeezed out! Remember, furunculosis is a bacterial infection! From just one abscess, it can spread throughout the body if you neglect caution and start squeezing it out yourself.

The best thing you can do is to lubricate the infected area with brilliant green or iodine, or in extreme cases, treat it with hydrogen peroxide. Once again, it’s worth remembering: you can’t squeeze out or pierce a boil yourself!

There are two methods for getting rid of boils on the body:

• Conservative treatment
• Surgical treatment

Conservative is that the patient must periodically lubricate the damaged area of ​​​​the body with salicylic or boric alcohol, monitor hygiene. If a high body temperature occurs, a course of antibiotics is prescribed. To speed up the process of natural opening of the boil, you can apply a warm, dry bandage.

Surgical treatment, that is, opening the boil, is carried out only by a doctor. After the main culprit comes out of the wound purulent process- the rod, the wound is washed and a thin bandage with Vishnevsky ointment is applied to it. To prevent the infection from spreading to the nearest area, the wound is periodically lubricated with Levomekol or Ezithromycin ointment. They must be used until the damaged area of ​​skin is completely healed. If the boil was too wide and its removal was quite difficult, a visit to the dressing room may be required.

In particularly advanced situations and when the body is too weak to fight a bacterial infection on its own, a course of immunotherapy may be prescribed. In order for the body to develop its own immunity to staphylococcus and streptococcus, special vaccines can be prescribed. In the most extreme cases, when boils have gone from single to multiple, a full course of antibiotics or even a blood transfusion may be required.

If you do not want to bring your sore to such an extreme outcome, immediately after the appearance of a strange tubercle, begin preventive measures. Remember, any disease is easier to cure at an early stage!

Folk remedies for removing boils at home

It is worth immediately noting that not all boils can be treated independently. Negative outcomes after an advanced illness have been written above, so you should not rely on fate, but rather visit a doctor. If you still decide to cope with the sore on your own, then take into account that traditional methods will be effective only if:

• Furuncle no more than 3 mm
• It is single and such an abscess is not observed on the body anymore
• For the first time in your life you see a current sore
• Your general condition is normal, you have always considered yourself a healthy person
• There is no elevated body temperature and there are no symptoms of complications at all

If all the conditions match your condition, here are some folk recipes that are aimed at eliminating boils.

1. Honey cake. The bottom line is this: in order for the chiri to open faster on its own, naturally, you can prepare a honey cake. Mix honey with flour until a tight dough forms, form a cake and apply to the painful area. Secure with a bandage soaked generously in vodka or alcohol. Wrap it all in cling film. This is a very effective method! Sometimes only one procedure is enough and the boil goes away on its own!
2. Baked onions and camphor oil. Bake the onion in the oven (peeled) and grate it (you can mash it with a fork). Add camphor oil heated in a water bath and apply to the area with the boil. The onion will bring all the pus out, and the remaining stem can be easily pulled out with tweezers.
3. Rye bread. This method came to us from our grandmothers, but its effectiveness has been proven over time. The chiry comes out instantly, and the redness subsides if you chew a piece of black bread, add salt and apply it to the wound, and wrap the area in cling film. Salt will corrode the skin, bread will absorb pus. Everything is elementary and simple!
4. Aloe leaf. The regular aloe leaf is also striking in its effectiveness. In order for the boil to open on its own, you can sprinkle the abscess with soda and apply a sheet of transverse cuts to the wound. Wrap in film. If necessary, repeat the procedure.
5. Potato. A well-known remedy for any ailment is regular potatoes. It must be grated, made into a paste and applied to the problem area. Additionally, you can wrap it with film and warm cloth.

If you notice a boil on yourself, remember this infectious disease, so you should be very careful when self-treatment. Best option– consult a doctor! Be always healthy!

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