Boils (Skin Abscesses) Information, Causes, Symptoms, Treatment and Prevention

What 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 and hard and tender. Eventually, the center of the abscess softens and becomes filled with infection-fighting white blood cells that the body sends from the bloodstream to eradicate the infection. This collection