I have had a small boil on my scrotum for the past few months that occasionally discharges pus. What medication or topical ointment should I use to treat this? | Apollo Pharmacy

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I have had a small boil on my scrotum for the past few months that occasionally discharges pus. What medication or topical ointment should I use to treat this?

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I have had a small boil on my scrotum for the past few months that occasionally discharges pus. What medication or topical ointment should I use to treat this?

Asked by Male, 30 · 4 days ago

Chandrakanta Jena

Pharm D

4 days ago

A persistent boil on the scrotum is often a blocked sweat gland, a sebaceous cyst, or a localised hair follicle infection. Since it has lasted a few months, it is best to have a doctor examine it to ensure proper treatment. Please avoid squeezing or popping it. You can apply a warm compress for 10-15 minutes daily to help it drain naturally, and keep the area clean and dry. Avoid self-treating with over-the-counter ointments, as scrotal skin is highly sensitive. If an infection is confirmed, a doctor may prescribe a topical antibiotic cream like mupirocin. There is no need to worry, but a professional evaluation is the safest next step.

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I have small, painful, pinkish rashes on my buttocks that sometimes contain white pus. What medication or topical ointment should I use to treat this?

These symptoms suggest folliculitis, a very common and highly treatable inflammation of the hair follicles, often caused by friction, sweat, or bacteria. To treat this, keep the area clean, dry, and wear loose-fitting clothing. Applying a warm compress for 10 minutes a few times a day can help soothe the pain and drain the pus. For medication, washing the area with a generic benzoyl peroxide wash is helpful. For the active pus-filled bumps, applying a generic topical antibiotic ointment, such as mupirocin, twice daily will help clear the infection. Avoid popping them. If the rash worsens or does not improve in a few days, please see a doctor.

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