Boils (cont.)
IN THIS ARTICLE
- Boils Overview
- Causes of Boils
- Symptoms of Boils
- When to Seek Medical Care
- Exams and Tests
- Boils Treatment
- Self-Care at Home
- Medical Treatment
- Next Steps
- Follow-up
- Prevention
- Outlook
- Synonyms and Keywords
- Authors and Editors
- Pictures of Boils - Slideshow
- Viewer Comments: Boils - Effective Treatments
Exams and Tests
Your doctor can make the diagnosis of a boil with a physical exam. A culture of the infection maybe needed to determine the exact type of bacteria causing the infection and the most appropriate antibiotic. If you frequently get boils, your doctor may want to do a blood test to see if you have diabetes.
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