A cyst and a boil can both look like a bump, though their causes differ. For example: A boil—also known as a furuncle—occurs due to a bacterial infection of a hair follicle and the tissue around it.

Boils and cysts are two types of growths on the body. Also known as furuncles, boils are pockets of pus (a creamy, white substance) on the skin caused by bacteria infecting hair follicles.

Reaching for that stick of deodorant might be second nature in your morning routine, but dermatologists are raising red flags about certain ingredients that could be causing more harm than good.

Deodorants are a staple in our daily hygiene routines, but not all of them are created equal. Many people have experienced the discomfort and pain of boils under their arms after using certain ...

Dove Spray Antiperspirant is allegedly causing cysts in multiple women’s underarms including her own, according to a woman on TikTok. In the video, Patel says she started noticing an unusual lump ...

Raise your hand if you’ve got some drama happening in your underarms. If you often get pimples, blackheads, or larger cysts in your armpits, you might be dealing with something more complex than body ...

What Causes a Rash in Your Armpit? An armpit rash is more common than you might think. Your armpits probably come into contact with more chemicals each day than most other parts of your body. Don’t be ...