I didn't have the furuncle but was extremely numb and slightly raw on the lady parts. I invested in a pair of Louis Guarneau(sp?) shorts. Also, I adjusted my position on the seat. I was sitting up to far on the saddle and therefore the lady parts were doing all the work of holding me up. I slid back some until I felt my sit bones rest on the back wings of the saddle. These two things have made a HUGE difference and given my lady parts the break they needed. I did 21 miles on Saturday. The most comfortable I have been ever. Before, I would be in pain for hours after that long of a ride. It did take a toll on my lower back and neck the first week that I made these changes. Fortunately, I had a massage at the end of the week and am even better than before.