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How to drain boil?

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Dr. Joshua Fox answered

Specializes in Dermatology

To drain boil: It is a surgical technique to drain the boil- a collection of pus . We utilize fine surgical instruments utilizing sterile technique and local anesthesia so it doesn't hurt.

Answered 5/19/2019

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Abscess Treatment: An abscess is a tender mass generally surrounded by a colored area from pink to deep red. Abscesses are often easy to feel by touching. The middle of an abscess is full of pus and debris. http://www.webmd.com/a-to-z-guides/abscess#1

Answered 10/8/2016

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