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Boils: What they are and how to treat them

Boils: What they are and how to treat them

Have you ever had boils? It feels very uncomfortable and painful sometimes right? Here are a few things to know about it.

Boils are caused when a bug, usually bacteria, gets into the skin through a break in it.

You can prevent them by ensuring proper hygiene and hand hygiene, not sharing materials with individuals who have boils, and if you have boils, ensure you keep them closed with a clean plaster.

It is important to note that picking at your boil could allow the bacteria to affect deeper layers of your skin, or worst still, internal organs. This could lead to potentially life-threatening complications.