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Can i put a ice pack on a skin abscess for the swelling and pain?

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Cool packs: A cool pack can definitely provide symptomatic relief to reduce inflammation however try not to apply ice directly onto the surface of the abscess

Dr Chuu agreed

Answered 5/30/2018

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Dr. Karen Butler answered

You would be better : You should use heat to bring that infection up and out

Dr Chuu agreed

Answered 4/16/2020

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A member asked:

Can i put a ice pack on a skin abscess for the swelling and pain?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. answered

Dr Chuu agreed

Dr. Karen Butler answered

Dr Chuu agreed

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