Symptom: Inflamed Skin

What Are Boils? Painful Skin Lumps & What They Mean

Written by: Soo Xuan Jay (PRP), 4th of May 2026. What Is It? Boils are painful, pus-filled lumps that form under the skin when bacteria infect and inflame a hair follicle. They are also called furuncles. A boil is a type of skin abscess that usually starts around a hair follicle. It often appears as […]

What Are Minor Cuts and Abrasions? Small Skin Wounds, Causes & What They Mean

Written by: Soo Xuan Jay (PRP), 7th of May 2026 What Is It? Minor cuts and abrasions are small injuries that affect the outer layers of the skin. A cut is usually a break in the skin caused by something sharp, while an abrasion is a scrape where the top layer of skin is rubbed […]