Causes of Boils

Most boils are caused by a bacteria called Staphylococcus. This germ enters the body through tiny breaks in the skin or by traveling down a hair to the follicle.

Certain health problems make people more susceptible to skin infections such as boils. Examples are

• diabetes,

• problems with the immune system,

• poor nutrition,

• poor hygiene, and

• exposure to harsh chemicals that irritate the skin.