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I have a big boil on my thigh. how do i get rid of it?

Q: i have a big boil on my thigh. how do i get rid of it?

Incision &amp; drainage: Either your doc or someone who feels comfortable lancing it and putting you on an appropriate antibiotic and follow up.

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Dr. Charles Gordon answered

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Incision & drainage: Either your doc or someone who feels comfortable lancing it and putting you on an appropriate antibiotic and follow up.

Answered 8/8/2016

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A member asked:

I have a big boil on my thigh. how do i get rid of it?

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