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2 years, 5 months ago about Ask Dr Oz

how to heal a boil

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pellrider | 2 years, 5 months ago
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Boils are puss filled lumps. Mhalo has a page about How to Treat a boil. You can check that.
One home remedy is to take 1 teaspoon of turmeric powder in half a glass of warm water 3 times a day. You can apply Neosporin on the boil.
Also, you can wash the boil with antibacterial soaps. If the boil is extremely painful, please contact the doctor.
Once the boil is soft and forms a "head" you can try to drain it. Don't attempt to drain it before that point. You can use hot packs to increase the blood circulation to the affected area.
If you are getting frequent boils, please see a doctor.

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annelisle | 2 years, 5 months ago
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There is a Mahalo Page that discusses some home remedies for boil.
These are:
1. Applying moist heat over it for 20-30 minutes.
2. Cover the area with clean bandage.
3. Wash the area with antimicrobial soap.
4. Take antibiotic to kill the bacteria.
5. Avoid draining it when it is still small and firm, only when it is softer and forms pustule, then, it is ready to be drained.
6. If the boil is large or big, consult a physician.
7. Keep the area clean and dry at all times and cover it with a sterile cloth or gauze.

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