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What does it mean when a boil turns purplish? should i break it?

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Blood: This represent blood mixed with pus. Hot compresses will work. If however it is painful and resistant to heat see physician for incision and drainage. Thus will result in immediate relief but drainage will persist for a few days until inflammation and infection resolve.

Answered 6/17/2021

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