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Warning; tmi; i have. abscess/boil in my butt crack. hurts to sit down. had them before and they go away but is there something else i can do?

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Dr. Patrick Kohlitz answered

Abscess: Be sure to keep this area clean now and in the future- this will help with prevent further infection. Try placing a warm compress on the area such as a warm wash cloth, this will help blood flow and healing. You may need antibiotics or incision if the abscess is large.

Answered 1/20/2017

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A member asked:

Warning; tmi; i have. abscess/boil in my butt crack. hurts to sit down. had them before and they go away but is there something else i can do?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Patrick Kohlitz answered

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