👉 Gumboils are a type of boil that is characterized by a thick, sticky substance that collects on the skin and can be quite uncomfortable. The term "gumboil" refers to this condition, which occurs when the body's immune system becomes compromised due to an infection or other illness. In essence, gumboils are a result of an overactive immune response to a particular disease or infection, leading to inflammation in the skin and subsequent accumulation of sticky substances such as pus. This