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I've had a boil now for 4 days and have done epsom salt baths, heat compress, and i've done epson salt peroxide solution and nothing. what should i do?

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Dr. Dominic Riganotti answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

Furuncle: There is not much else to do. I would not lance it on your own as it may introduce infection. You may need to go to your primary if it needs to be opened up to heal.

Dr Spratt turner agreed

Answered 6/26/2015

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A member asked:

I've had a boil now for 4 days and have done epsom salt baths, heat compress, and i've done epson salt peroxide solution and nothing. what should i do?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Dominic Riganotti answered

Dr Spratt turner agreed

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