Carbuncle Symptoms, Causes & More
Article Sources
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Risk Factors
Anyone can develop carbuncles, but they're more prevalent among middle-aged and older men. There are also certain conditions that predispose people to having boils and carbuncles.
Diabetes makes it more difficult for the body to fend off infections, and chronic skin conditions also weaken the skin's protective barrier, making it more susceptible to skin infections. The bacteria that cause carbuncles are very contagious. Individuals with weakened immune system are at higher risk to develop carbuncles and other infections.
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