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Are The Boils On The Leg And Penis Is A Symptom Of HIV?

Hi I have a two boils on my scruton. It started two about 10 days ago. The first came between my leg and burst and the second came right in front me above my pennis where the hair grows. But this second on vanish by it self and another has come again on my scruton itself and is currently there. I went to see a nurse but she said it is a symptom of HIV, I am so afraid and confuse right now. Please educate me what's going on.
Mon, 2 Jun 2014
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Boils are not a common symptom of HIV. They are usually caused by bacteria in the skin. There are a couple of sexually transmitted diseases that may create things that look like boils. Were you checked for STDs when you saw the nurse? It might be best to get an HIV test just to be sure and to help stop you from being so afraid.

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Are The Boils On The Leg And Penis Is A Symptom Of HIV?

Boils are not a common symptom of HIV. They are usually caused by bacteria in the skin. There are a couple of sexually transmitted diseases that may create things that look like boils. Were you checked for STDs when you saw the nurse? It might be best to get an HIV test just to be sure and to help stop you from being so afraid. Hope I have answered your query. If you have any further questions I will be happy to help.