Acne Furuncular Treatment
- A furuncle, pronounced "fur-uncle," is a large nodule that looks like a boil on the skin. Typically, furuncular acne will appear to be light pink to bright pink in color and will be tender to the touch. A furuncle may feel swollen and liquid filled as well.
- Many types of acne are caused by bacteria, including furunclar acne nodules. Most often caused by Staphylococcus aureus, furuncles form in the follicle of a hair shaft.
- For most outbreaks of furuncular acne, time is the best healer. The nodule may get worse before it gets better. Often, when left alone, furuncular acne cysts will burst on their own, allowing the pus and debris on the inside of the acne to drain.
Getting the furuncular acne to drain is key to treatment. Applying a warm washcloth to the acne can help advance the process and reduce the amount of acne treatment time. - Trying to "pop" or drain furuncular acne may cause the acne to spread to other areas of the face and body. Additionally, it may also cause permanent damage to the skin, that can results in scars or more serious health problems.
- One of the easiest ways to treat furuncular acne is to take methods to prevent furuncles from forming. Practicing good hygiene and using antibacterial soap can help prevent furuncular acne.
- Some forms of acne, including furuncular acne, can lead to more serious health problems. Those who have repeated appearances of furuncles should seek medical treatment before attempting home acne treatment.
Additionally, if the furuncular acne appears on the spine, in the nose, or in the ear canal medical attention is necessary.
