👉 The term "furuncle" refers to a type of skin infection that is caused by an organism called the human papillomavirus (HPV). The furuncles are typically small, warm, and red bumps or lumps that can appear anywhere on the body. They are not contagious and usually resolve without treatment. The term "furuncle" was first used in 1930s medicine as a term for an unusual rash caused by the HPV virus. It is important