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Slide 1: BOILS
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Boils, also known as furuncles, are painful, pus-filled bumps that form under the skin due to bacterial infection of hair follicles.
Slide 2: DEFINITION
Boils are localized skin infections that start in hair follicles or oil glands and result in red, swollen, and tender lumps filled with pus.
Slide 3: CAUSES
- Bacterial infection (commonly Staphylococcus aureus): Main cause of boils.
- Poor hygiene: Increases risk of skin infections.
- Weakened immune system: Reduces the body's ability to fight off bacteria.
- Friction from clothing: Causes skin irritation and may lead to infection.
Slide 4: RISK FACTORS
- Diabetes mellitus
- Obesity
- Close contact with someone with boils
- Skin conditions (e.g., eczema)
These factors increase susceptibility to recurrent boils.
Slide 5: SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS
- Red, painful lump
- Swelling around the lump
- Pus formation (yellow or white center)
- Fever (in severe cases)
- Lymph node swelling
Symptoms worsen until the boil drains.
Slide 6: TYPES OF BOILS
- Furuncle: Single infected hair follicle.
- Carbuncle: Cluster of boils connected under the skin.
- Cystic boil: Deep, painful abscess-like boil.
Each type varies in severity and treatment needed.
Slide 7: DIAGNOSIS
- Clinical examination: Based on appearance.
- Pus culture (if recurrent): Identifies causative organism.
- Blood sugar test: To rule out diabetes.
Diagnosis is mostly clinical, with labs used in complicated cases.
Slide 8: TREATMENT
- Warm compresses: Promote natural drainage.
- Incision and drainage: For large or painful boils.
- Antibiotics: Oral or topical, depending on severity.
- Pain relievers: To manage discomfort.
Treatment aims to clear infection and relieve pain.
Slide 9: PREVENTION
- Maintain good hygiene
- Avoid sharing personal items
- Keep wounds clean and covered
- Manage underlying conditions (e.g., diabetes)
Prevention focuses on hygiene and immune health.
Slide 10: COMPLICATIONS
- Spread of infection (cellulitis)
- Recurrent boils (furunculosis)
- Scarring after healing
- Abscess formation
Untreated boils may lead to serious skin infections.
Slide 11: WHEN TO SEE A DOCTOR
- Boil is very painful or large
- No improvement in a few days
- Fever accompanies the boil
- Boils keep coming back
Early consultation prevents complications.
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