Furuncles and carbuncles

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Furuncles and carbuncles

DDx Ref       3235122

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Furuncle: a bright-red nodule with several pustules on the surface and a rim of erythema.

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Furuncle on the chin. An erythematous tender nodule that drained in the center, releasing purulent exudate.

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Tender inflammatory plaque that is fluctuant on palpation and has several pustules on the surface where the lesion is draining.

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Furuncles may be multiple, as in this case. The tender inflammatory nodules have spontaneously drained. Culture is positive for Staphylococcus aureus. Antibiotic sensitivity patterns are changing; check when prescribing therapy.