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Recurring Boil. Used Hot Towel Compress. History Of Taking Antibiotics. Home Remedy?
I had a boil about four years ago and got it treated at the ER. They first gave me a shot to numb it a little then drained it and gave me an antibiotic however this boil has been reappearing and leaving over the past 4 years in the same spot. It will drain on its own go away and come again. I have tried compressing it with hot towels but it does not help I also let it soak in the hot bath. Please tell me what I can do at home to get rid of this for good.
Thu, 19 Sep 2013
Hi recurrent boil is mostly bacterial in etiology.cleaniliness arount the perianal area.keep the area always dry .slight care about this area can reduce the recurrences.whenever boil appears saline compresaors can be used and apply mupirocin ointment .it should be applied over nares.perianal area and umblicus.to prevent recurrences
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Hi, it appears to be a recurant infection, due to the no treatment, or insufecient treatment.
I advise you to consult a surgeon for diagnosis and treatment. Still it is recured culture and sensitivity of the discharge is to be done and treated accoordingly, after drainage, with a plug in side. Thank you.
I advise you to consult a surgeon for diagnosis and treatment. Still it is recured culture and sensitivity of the discharge is to be done and treated accoordingly, after drainage, with a plug in side. Thank you.
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