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Suggest Remedy For Boil On Skin
Question: I have just discovered a boil on my rear. Should I go to urgent care?
Brief Answer:
Considerations
Detailed Answer:
hello and thank you for sending the question.
I am sorry to hear that you have discovered this boil. most of the time these types of things will slowly resolve overtime with gentle supportive care.
However if you have a significant amount of pain or swelling or drainage from the affected area then it might be reasonable to see a local urgent care provider for possible prescription antibiotic.
for now I would consider taking some warm soaks in a bath for 15 to 20 minutes a couple times per day. In addition you can apply some topical antibiotic ointment that you can obtain over-the-counter at the pharmacy as well.
if symptoms continue despite these supportive care methods or if things get worse then I would certainly visit your local urgent care provider for further instructions and discussion.
Thank you again for sending the question.
Sincerely,
Dr. Galamaga
Considerations
Detailed Answer:
hello and thank you for sending the question.
I am sorry to hear that you have discovered this boil. most of the time these types of things will slowly resolve overtime with gentle supportive care.
However if you have a significant amount of pain or swelling or drainage from the affected area then it might be reasonable to see a local urgent care provider for possible prescription antibiotic.
for now I would consider taking some warm soaks in a bath for 15 to 20 minutes a couple times per day. In addition you can apply some topical antibiotic ointment that you can obtain over-the-counter at the pharmacy as well.
if symptoms continue despite these supportive care methods or if things get worse then I would certainly visit your local urgent care provider for further instructions and discussion.
Thank you again for sending the question.
Sincerely,
Dr. Galamaga
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