Staph skin infection shifts from carbuncle to furuncle
Dear Dr Roach explains staph skin infections, including folliculitis and carbuncle formation, and notes that boils may evolve into furuncles. Advice covers antibiotics, drainage, shaving cautions, peroxide avoidance, and considering hidradenitis suppurativa with dermatologist evaluation.
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