How do you treat a carbuncle?
Carbuncles are similar to boils in that they are both caused by staphylococcus aureus; the difference is the location and the size of the infection. Boils usually affect only one hair follicle and are referred to as furuncles. They usually appear on the groin, armpits, face or buttocks. Carbuncles, on the other hand, are a deeper infection, usually involving more than one hair follicle. A carbuncle is more like several boils in one area. Carbuncles are found on the back of the neck, shoulders, hips and thighs and usually affect elderly or middle-aged men more often than women. Carbuncles can be as small as a bean or as large as a golf ball. People with diabetes, low immunity, poor hygiene, dermatitis and overall poor health are more likely to get boils and carbuncles. Apply hot compresses two or three times a day using a washcloth dipped in hot water and wrung out. Use a clean washcloth each time, and be sure that no one else uses those cloths. Put crushed garlic directly on the carbun
