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A member asked:
I have a boil that's draining, but i have a 99 degree fever? what should i do? am i infected?
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See a doctor: A boil or abscess may drain and sometimes heal on its own - the fact that you are having mild fever is reason to see a doctor because you may need antibiotics to properly treat the infection.
Answered 12/14/2014
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