Boils Center - Santa Barbara, CA
Santa Barbara Dermatologist Doctors for BoilsType of Physician: Dermatologist What is a Dermatologist? A certification by the Board of Dermatology; practitioners treat pediatric and adult patients with disorders of the skin, mouth, hair and nails as well as a number of sexually transmitted diseases. They also have expertise in the care of normal skin, the prevention of skin diseases and cancers, and in the management of cosmetic disorders of the skin such as hair loss and scars. Specialty: Dermatology Common Name: Skin Doctor Dermatologist Doctors in Santa Barbara * Aloe Dermatology  Sansum Clinic Dermatology  Novatt & Hurvitz MDs  Sansum Clinic Dermatology  Sansum Clinic Dermatology  Novatt & Hurvitz MDs  Kevin C Osburn MD  Louise H Stewart MD  William K Brokken MD  William K Brokken MD  Samson Santa Barbara Med Clinic Dermatology  Samson Santa Barbara Med Clinic Dermatology  VanMeter Hammond Benzian & Miller MDs  VanMeter Hammond Benzian & Miller MDs  VanMeter Hammond Benzian & Miller MDs  Central Coast Pathology Consultants  VanMeter Hammond Benzian & Miller MDs  David G Balter MD  Ventura Dermatology Medical Clinic Inc  Robert R Jordan MD  Peter L Karlsberg MD  Dermatology Medical Group of Oxnard & Camarillo  Dermatology Medical Group of Oxnard & Camarillo  Dermatology Medical Group of Oxnard & Camarillo  Dermatology Medical Group of Oxnard & Camarillo  Dermatology Medical Group of Oxnard & Camarillo  Coastal Dermatology  Affiliated Dermatologists  Affiliated Dermatologists  Affiliated Dermatologists  Comron Maleki MD  Conejo Dermatology Medical Group  Conejo Dermatology Medical Group  Center For Dermatology Care  Center For Dermatology Care  Center For Dermatology Care  Center For Dermatology Care  Tri-Valley Dermatology and Laser Cdenter  Michael W Moats MD  Dermatology Associates of Westlake Village  Dermatology Associates of Westlake Village  Dermatology Associates of Westlake Village  Judith S Feldman MD  Dermatology Associates of Westlake Village  Dermatology Associates of Westlake Village  James S Weintraub MD  Dermaspa Med  West Lake Eye & Skin Associates Inc  Valley Dermatology  Valley Dermatology  Lisa N Oki MD  Bente H Berman MD  Advanced Dermatology Care of Southern California  Mary Lee Amerian MD  James H Sternberg MD  West Hills Dermatology Group  Kranson Cosmetic Laser Institute  Pacific Surgical & Laser Institute  Robert M Miller MD  Robert DeStefano MD  Douglas Hamilton MD  Douglas Hamilton MD  Michael McCray MD  Ana A Cardenas MD  Southern CA Permanente  Diane M Reisinger MD  Southern CA Permanente  Dermatology Surgical Medical  Advanced Dermatology Center & Cosmetic Care  Bakersfield Dermatology  Bakersfield Dermatology  Bakersfield Dermatology  Bakersfield Dermatology  Michael T Lin MD  James R Kunkel MD  David J Elbaum MD  Susan Luu MD  Northridge Dermatology Associates  Northridge Dermatology Associates  Kern Dermatology  Northridge Dermatology Associates  Lawrence Osman MD  Norman E Levan MD  Dermatology Group  Milton Kaplan MD  Valley Dermatology  Valley Dermatology  Valley Dermatology  Michael E Borok MD  Steven Naltsas MD  Castle Dermatology  Robert M Hartman MD  Norman H Nelson MD  Evelyn Jankowski MD  Ileana E Zapatero MD  Palisades Dermatology  Skin Cancer Medical Center  MacKenzie Dermatology  Facey Medical Foundation Mission Hills  Indianer Lask & Rosenzweig Dermatology Group Santa Barbara, CaliforniaUpcoming Local Events2012-06-02
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BoilsWhat is a boil? What are the symptoms of a boil?A boil is a localized infection deep in the skin. A boil generally starts as a reddened, tender area. Over time, the area becomes firm, hard, and tender. Eventually, the center of the boil softens and becomes filled with infection-fighting white blood cells from the bloodstream to eradicate the infection. This collection of white blood cells, bacteria, and proteins is known as pus. Finally, the pus "forms a head," which can be surgically opened or spontaneously drain out through the surface of the skin. Pus enclosed within tissue is referred to as an abscess. A boil is also referred to as a skin abscess. There are several different types of boils. Among these are:
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Staph Infection (Staphylococcus Aureus)
- Staphylococcus or Staph is a group of bacteria that can cause a multitude of diseases. Staph infections can cause illness directly by infection or indirectly by the toxins they produce. Symptoms and signs of a Staph infection include redness, swelling, pain, and drainage of pus. Minor skin infections are treated with an antibiotic ointment, while more serious infections are treated with intravenous antibiotics.
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Night Sweats
- Night sweats are severe hot flashes that occur at night and result in a drenching sweat. In order to distinguish night sweats that arise from medical causes from those that occur because one's surroundings are too warm, doctors generally refer to true night sweats as severe hot flashes occurring at night that can drench sleepwear and sheets, which are not related to an overheated environment.
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MRSA
- MRSA (methicillin resistant Staphylococcus aureus) bacteria causes skin infections with the following signs and symptoms: cellulitis, abscesses, carbuncles, impetigo, styes, and boils. Normal skin tissue doesn't usually allow MRSA infection to develop. Individuals with depressed immune systems and people with cuts, abrasions, or chronic skin disease are more susceptible to MRSA infection.
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Ingrown Hair
- Ingrown hairs may be caused by improper shaving, waxing or blockage of the hair follicle. Symptoms and signs of ingrown hairs include itching, tenderness, and small red pus bumps. Ingrown hairs usually heal on their own, but topical antibiotics, chemical depilatories, and hair-removal laser may be used in the treatment of ingrown hairs.
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Cysts
- Cysts are saclike structures that can occur throughout the body and usually contain a semisolid, liquid, or gaseous substance. Infections, tumors, genetic conditions, chronic inflammatory conditions, and wear and tear can cause cysts. Though some cysts may be palpable, others may not produce any symptoms. Treatment depends upon the location and cause of the cyst.
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Acne (Pimples)
- Acne is a localized skin inflammation as a result of overactivity of oil glands at the base of hair follicles. This inflammation, depending on its location, can take the form of a superficial pustule (contains pus), a pimple, a deeper cyst, congested pores, whiteheads, or blackheads. Treatments vary depending on the severity of the acne.
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Pilonidal Cyst
- A pilonidal cyst is a cyst that forms near the cleft of the buttocks. The cysts are thought to be caused by the penetration of loose hairs into the skin. Symptoms and signs include pain, swelling, redness, warmth, and drainage of pus from the area of the cyst. Treatment of a pilonidal cyst involves incision and drainage.
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Sporotrichosis
- Sporotrichosis is a skin infection caused by a fungus called Sporothrix schenckii. The fungus, which may be present in sphagnum moss, thorny plants, or baled hay, enters the skin through punctures and small cuts. Symptoms include painless bumps on the skin near the site of infection. The nodules may open and look like boils. The infection is treated with potassium iodide or itraconazole (Sporanox).
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