Boil on hand

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Boil on hand

Asked for Female, 34 Years

I have developed boil on my left arm. There was a puspoint on it.I did warm fomentation and pus point is reduced. But still tenderness , redness and swelling is present. Should I continue with hot fomentation or switch to cold?. I can't take oral antibiotics as I am pregnant. I am applying antibiotic ointment.

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Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu Dermatologist 13 yrs exp Chennai Consult Now · Accepted Answer

Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu

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You are suffering from bacterial folliculitis.. Medicine available for good improvement......As the treatment varies depending on the severity... Send photos of the affected area, by direct online consultation for accurate diagnosis and treatment.

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