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Hello doctor. i had a boil. now it has left behind a big hole and the pus from it is still leaking. will this be healed naturally or should some steps be taken? if needed pls suggest some. thank you
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Medical/surgicial: treatment will be needed to clean out the abscess and the pustular area should be cultured for bacterial culture and sensitivity.
Answered 9/4/2015
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