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What Causes Small Bumps On The Groin And Inner Thighs?

Hi. I have been getting these bumps on my inner thigh towards the crease of my leg near my groin area. They tend to go away after awhile but once one is gone another one comes. They are tender and uncomfortable. Sometimes they just go away without draining and sometimes they will drain with blood and puss. I ve tried using wash for sensitive skin and that seems to help a little but not completely. Any ideas what it might be?
Mon, 24 Aug 2015
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My Dear

Welcome to Healthcaremagic!
I have noted your details and concerns and hope that following measures will prove very useful to you as most of the patients that I see with similar complaints:

It appears to be due to Folliculitis which is a bacterial infection.

1 Mupirocin ointment applied locally will help.

2 Antibiotic like Amoxy-Clav is proved to be a great help for early resolution

3 along with the above, it is important to a) maintain good hygiene
b) take multivitamins
c) analgesics for fever and pain
d) ensuring that blood sugar is within normal range.

4 You must ensure that you are not a carrier of bacteria. A simple swab test sent for culture and sensitivity will confirm or rule out the condition.

Hope this helps

Best wishes
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What Causes Small Bumps On The Groin And Inner Thighs?

My Dear Welcome to Healthcaremagic! I have noted your details and concerns and hope that following measures will prove very useful to you as most of the patients that I see with similar complaints: It appears to be due to Folliculitis which is a bacterial infection. 1 Mupirocin ointment applied locally will help. 2 Antibiotic like Amoxy-Clav is proved to be a great help for early resolution 3 along with the above, it is important to a) maintain good hygiene b) take multivitamins c) analgesics for fever and pain d) ensuring that blood sugar is within normal range. 4 You must ensure that you are not a carrier of bacteria. A simple swab test sent for culture and sensitivity will confirm or rule out the condition. Hope this helps Best wishes