The pus inside boils is rich with bacteria. Contact with this pus can spread boils to other parts of your body and other people. Keep affected areas clean with antibiotic soap and covered when ...

Boils are common on the thigh and can result from friction in this area from clothing. If you have a weakened immune system, are older, or have more adipose tissue (body fat) in your thighs ...

Since boils are contagious, it's important to take precautions to prevent spreading the bacteria to others or to other parts of your body. Minkin suggests taking these measures: Avoiding any ...