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How to use garlic on boils?
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Incision & drainage!: Apart from likely extending the pain and discomfort of pus-under-pressure, a fully formed boil should be first incised and drained, with judicious of antibiotics given to "mop up". This provides immediate relief of pain and minimizes any risk of complications such as blood infection. Visit your doctor or go than urgent care facility to have it evaluated.
Answered 3/26/2013
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Moxibustion: In traditional chinese medicine, a garlic poultice can be used in combination with moxibustion to treat a boil.
Answered 2/8/2017
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