Pus boils are usually nothing to worry about. When should I be worried about my baby’s pus boils? If you're unsure speak to your doctor who will be able to diagnose a boil from its appearance. This can cause complications and scarring. But, it is important to not touch, pierce or squeeze them. Most pus boils will not leave any scarring. It can take between two days and three weeks to burst. The pus boil will eventually burst, and the pus drains away. It can be as small as a spot to as big as a small coin. Over time, pus begins to form inside the boil, making it bigger and more painful. How can I be sure that my baby has a pus boil?Ī pus boil looks like a small, swollen, red bump to begin with. Carbuncles are deeper and larger than boils. This cluster of boils is known as a carbuncle. If the infection spreads further beneath the skin, it can cause multiple pus boils. The most common places to find pus boils on your baby are: Many mums notice that pus boils often come up during the summer or the monsoon season. But they are usually found where there is hair, friction and sweat. Tiny hair follicles cover most of our skin so your baby can get pus boils on any part of his body. The dead bacteria, skin and white blood cells build up. When the bacteria infects your baby’s skin, his body responds by sending white blood cells to fight it. They can also get into your body via medical equipment entering the skin, such as a drip. However, a graze, cut or an insect bite on the skin means the bacteria can get in. And, the skin acts as a strong barrier to stop the bacteria causing infections. The bacteria tend to live on our skin, and in our nose, throat and mouth. Most pus boils, also known as furuncles, are caused by a bacterial infection caused by Staphylococcus aureus (staph bacteria). The lumps usually start out as small sore spots and eventually become filled with pus. My baby has red, painful lumps on his skin. Slideshow Rashes and skin conditions Childhood rashes and skin conditions guide.
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