RECURRENT FURUNCULOSIS OF THE UPPER LIP: AN EMERGING CONCERN

Abstract

Furunculosis, is most commonly caused by the gram positive bacteria Staphylococcus aureus. Nasal carriage of S. aureus is the primary risk factor for recurrent furunculosis. major determinants of recurrent furunculosis are patients risk factors and staphylococcal colonization in close contacts. Proper identification of the risk factors and hygienic practices coupled with a long term coverage of oral and topical antibiotics is imperative to treat and reduce the risk of MRSA contamination and it’s further recurrences.

Keywords: Furunculosis, Upper lip, Recurrent