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I have a boil that popped on my buttocks. it hurts so bad every time i try to take a shower. what should i do?

6 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

See physician: Most likely it needs antibiotic treatment or even incision and drainage. You need to either go to your primary care doctor or use an urgent care facility locally.

Dr Munshower and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 8/8/2014

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Abcess: Can be incised and drained by your doctor or antibiotics with analgesics and warm compresses

Dr Cattano and another doctor agreed

Answered 7/12/2014

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