An ingrown hair can cause a boil to form if the follicle becomes infected. This can occur in any area of the body that has hair, including the genitals and face. In most cases, ingrown hairs that are promptly removed or treated will not lead to boils. Proper exfoliation and cleaning can prevent boils from developing due to ingrown hairs.

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