Blunt thread title I know but I’ve had mine for about a month now and it doesn’t seem to want to take a holiday. Two courses of antibiotics have failed and on my third visit to the GP quacker just said ‘oh carry on as normal, it’ll probably stay there like that and won’t get any worse.’ Biggest bunch of *bullshit! I’ve heard anyone say for a long time.
So… How do people get rid ? Is an attempted lancing worth it or will I end up on the operating table with a surgeon finishing the job properly ? Give up running as well as cycling ? Running has been keeping me sane for the last few weeks whilst I can't do any decent bike rides but I know it still causes sweat and probably isn’t helping Mr. Boily. Answers from the STW oracle please...
These things seem to get me every summer and Im yet to find a prevention. Chlorhexidine usually keeps them at bay as well as avoiding thick padded shorts but not this time.
For info:
Complications of Staph Infections:
Folliculitis and Boils
Folliculitis is an infection of hair follicles, tiny pockets under the skin where hair shafts (strands) grow. In folliculitis, tiny white-headed pimples appear at the base of hair shafts, sometimes with a small red area around each pimple. This infection often occurs in areas where there's been friction or irritation.
Folliculitis often clears up on its own with good skin hygiene. Sometimes, it can progress to become a boil. With a boil, the staph infection spreads deeper and wider, often affecting the skin's subcutaneous tissue (deeper tissue under the skin) and the oil-producing glands, which are called sebaceous glands. In the first stage, the area of skin either begins to itch or becomes mildly painful. Next, the skin turns red and begins to swell over the infected area. Finally, the skin above the infection becomes very tender and a whitish "head" may appear. The head may break, and the boil may begin to drain pus, blood, or an amber-colored liquid. Boils can occur anywhere on the skin, especially under the arms or on the groin or buttocks.
Nice.
Fanks,
Kev
:lol: Try using Assos Chamois cream to try and prevent more sores.I read somewhere its best not to burst them but its so tempting!
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