Pus-filled bumps on the skin
Pus-filled bumps on the skin, called pustules, are small raised lesions containing pus. They appear as white or yellow bumps surrounded by red, inflamed skin. They commonly occur due to bacterial infection of hair follicles or clogged pores.
Conditions that commonly cause pus-filled bumps on the skin
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Common Causes of Pus-filled bumps on the skin
- Acne (acne vulgaris)
- Folliculitis (hair follicle infection)
- Impetigo (bacterial skin infection)
- Rosacea (pustular type)
- Fungal skin infections
When to Seek Urgent Medical Care for Pus-filled bumps on the skin
These signs may indicate a serious problem — don't wait, seek medical care right away:
- Multiple pus-filled bumps spreading rapidly
- Bumps with surrounding redness, warmth, and pain (cellulitis risk)
- Fever or feeling unwell with skin pustules
- Pustules that keep recurring despite treatment
- Deep painful boils that don't drain
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