Furunculosis

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These are painful boils, most frequently caused by Staphylococcus aureus. Usually resolves on its own but improved by placing frequent hot compresses over the boil until it breaks.

Review after 2 days; if not improving, consider surgical incision and drainage. If the boil causes swollen lymph nodes and fever, consider systemic antibiotics:                          

Medicine	Adult dose	Frequency	Duration
cloxacillin po	250-500mg [Paed = 125-250mg]	4 times a day	5-7 days