Boils are not uncommon and they occuralways at the most inopportune moment. Of course, this phenomenon should never be ignored - treatment should be started as soon as possible. Of course, it is most reasonable to seek help from a doctor, because a boil is not a simple pimple and self-treatment can lead to very sad consequences.

What is a boil?

A furuncle is a severe inflammationhair follicle (the sac where the hair grows). And not just any inflammation, but with signs of necrosis - death of nearby tissues. In addition, suppuration is not absent - in a word, the inflammation is very acute. It develops, of course, not without reason - most often the source of purulent inflammation is Staphylococcus aureus. Unfortunately, it is very, very easy to catch this infection - Staphylococcus aureus is almost everywhere: handrails of public transport, unwashed vegetables and fruits, household items. And if Staphylococcus aureus gets on the skin, on which there is even the slightest microtrauma, the chances of becoming the "lucky" owner of a boil are very, very high. Especially if your body suffers from additional negative effects - heavy sweating, unhealthy food, weakened immune system. The appearance of a boil is very specific - it is easy to recognize. The skin is inflamed, swollen, looks like a nodule, the size varies greatly: from a few millimeters to a centimeter in diameter - it depends on the stage of the inflammatory process. Inside the reddened seal, the core of the boil is clearly visible, whitish in color with an ulcer in the center. Most often, boils occur in the back, neck, face, and back of the head. Sometimes the situation is more deplorable: boils are not isolated - this phenomenon is called furunculosis. Furunculosis should not be ignored under any circumstances, because it can lead to the development of such serious complications as sepsis and even purulent meningitis.

Treatment of boils

The very first thing you need to do when you findboil - immediately treat it and the skin around it with any antiseptic. Alcohol, brilliant green and iodine are suitable for these purposes, and in extreme cases - hydrogen peroxide. Apply the solution to a cotton pad and lubricate the boil. And then be sure to go to a dermatologist or surgeon! Today, doctors offer several ways to treat boils:

• Conservative treatment

At first, doctors use the most gentle methodstreatment - UHF, various ointments. After the boil opens, antibiotic ointments are used - they prevent secondary infection. It is highly inadvisable to select medications on your own - only a doctor can make the right choice, taking into account all the individual characteristics of the body. Otherwise, treating a boil can result in new health problems. And if boils have taken a fancy to the face, doctors prefer not to waste time - antibiotic ointments are immediately prescribed. In this case, preference is given to antibacterial ointments that are effective against staphylococci - Levomekol, oxacillin, methicillin, erythromycin. But we repeat once again - the ointment should be selected by your dermatologist. And you will not be able to do without them - otherwise, the treatment of the boil will take a long time.

• Operative treatment

In some cases, if the inflammation is verystrong and medicinal treatment does not help, doctors are forced to decide on the need for surgical intervention. There is no need to be afraid of this, as the procedure is very simple - the surgeon will open the boil, clean the wound from pus and treat it with appropriate medications. After this, treatment with ointments will be continued until the wound heals. Fortunately, in most cases this can be avoided - if you consult a doctor in a timely manner, at the first signs of a boil.

Traditional methods of treatment

If you have absolutely no choiceIf you do not have the opportunity or desire to see a doctor, you can try to cure a boil using folk remedies. But remember that in this case you will be acting solely at your own risk - there is always a risk of developing complications, which we have already discussed above. So think again - maybe you should still refuse a folk method of treating boils? Well, and, of course, do not forget that any of the recipes you choose may contain a component that can cause an allergic reaction. Therefore, if there is even the slightest doubt, be sure to do an allergy test - apply a small amount of the substance to the inside of your wrist and leave for 15-20 minutes. Then rinse with cool water and evaluate the result - there should be no redness or rashes on the skin, in addition, you should not experience itching or burning. Only in this case can you begin treating the boil using the method you have chosen.

• Dough cake

This remedy copes with boils in no timea very short time - in just a couple of days you will notice a significant improvement. To prepare the cake, you will need one egg yolk, one teaspoon of any natural honey, three tablespoons of wheat flour and a teaspoon of butter. Melt the butter and honey in a water bath, add the yolk and flour, knead a stiff dough. After that, divide the dough into three parts, put two of which in a plastic bag and put in the refrigerator. Form a cake from the remaining dough, apply it to the boil and fix it tightly - with a bandage or plaster. The cake must be left for at least 12 hours. And even better - continuously for several days, changing every 10 hours. After the boil opens, treatment should not be continued under any circumstances! It is better to buy Levomekol ointment and treat the wound five to six times a day until it is completely healed. On average, it takes a week to cure a boil.

• Onion

Onions are a remedy for suppuration,proven for centuries. Take one medium-sized onion, peel it from the top layers of the husk and place it in an oven preheated to 200 degrees. Bake the onion until it becomes soft - about 15 minutes. After that, cool the baked onion, cut it in half and apply the cut side to the boil, fix it and leave for two hours. You need to make at least three such compresses per day. In about three days, the abscess will burst, and then you cannot avoid treating the boil with Levomekol.

• Buckwheat cake

If the boil is very large, you cantry buckwheat flour. By the way, it is easy to make at home: fry five tablespoons of buckwheat in a frying pan without adding oil, cool and grind to a powder using a coffee grinder. Store this flour in a tightly closed container in a dry, dark place. In order to make a flat cake from this flour, you will need apple cider vinegar (not essence!) - add it and knead a tough dough. Please note - in this case, it is not advisable to make dough in reserve - prepare it strictly for one time. Form a flat cake, apply to the boil and fix it, leave for about an hour. Repeat this procedure at least three times a day until the boil breaks through. And then the treatment of the boil proceeds according to the standard scheme - Ointments with antibiotics are used.

• Laundry soap

From an aesthetic point of view, this recipeunattractive, but those who have tried it claim that the boil opens up quite quickly. Grate some laundry soap on a fine grater - you will need two teaspoons of soap shavings. Bake one small onion in the oven, cool it and crush half of it with a fork, mix thoroughly with soap. Apply the resulting mask to the boil, cover it with plastic wrap on top and secure it with adhesive tape, leave it overnight. In about two days the abscess will open up and you can begin treating the boil with Levomekol ointment.

• Crude potatoes

Simple raw water also has a good effect.potatoes. Wash one small tuber, peel it and grate it on a fine grater. Apply the resulting mass to the boil, cover with a gauze napkin and leave for at least an hour. This procedure must be carried out at least three times a day - of course, until the boil opens. Further such treatment cannot be continued - use the ointment "Levomekol". By the way, raw carrots have approximately the same effect - so choose the vegetable that you like best. As a result, the quality of treatment of boils will be the same.

• Lilac leaves

In the spring and summer, turn yourattention to - lilac leaves, which have been successfully used for a very long time to treat purulent wounds. The remedy is prepared simply and quickly - you will need only a few minutes. Take three or four leaves, scald them with boiling water and cool. Then chop finely, apply to the boil, cover with a gauze napkin and leave overnight. Repeat this procedure every night until the boil breaks through. Then use the ointment "Levomekol" - apply it generously to the wound, put a gauze napkin on top, secure with an adhesive plaster and leave overnight. The full course of treatment for a boil takes about 10 days.

Prevention of furuncles

Any person who has encountered this at least onceboil, is unlikely to want to encounter it again. But unfortunately, some people are haunted by this misfortune throughout their lives. Of course, ignoring this state of affairs is extremely unwise - be sure to consult a doctor who will find out the reason for the regular occurrence of boils. However, a lot depends on the person himself - you should not sit idly by. We draw your attention to the most important points that people suffering from boils need to pay attention to. But let's take everything in order:

• The state of the immune system

The first thing you need to think about is this:Is your immune system working perfectly? Of course, only an immunologist can give a definitive answer to this question, but preventive measures have never hurt anyone. First, review your daily routine - go to bed on time, do not spend much time at the computer, do not forget about walks in the fresh air. Second, be sure to drink a multivitamin complex - your doctor will tell you which one. Third, do not ignore hardening - even just walking barefoot can work real miracles, and if you add water treatments, your body's gratitude will be truly boundless.

• Diet

Very often boils are formed from ordinaryinflamed pimple. Therefore, if your skin is far from ideal, be sure to review your usual menu. It is necessary to strictly exclude fatty, spicy and smoked dishes, sweets, especially chocolate, any pastries, alcoholic, carbonated drinks, coffee. In just a couple of weeks of such a diet, the condition of your skin will radically change for the better. And, by the way, you will get a pleasant bonus - a couple of centimeters will leave your waist without any effort.

• Skin care

Expensive creams, high-quality cosmetics -All this is, of course, very important. But hygiene should come first. It was not us who came up with the idea that cleanliness is the key to health. Cleanse your skin at least three times a day. In the morning and in the evening - with cleansing gels, and during the day - at least with an alcohol wipe. Of course, it will be more difficult for women - they will have to give up using foundation and powder. But this will only benefit your skin. By the way, you should also avoid using toning agents during the treatment of boils.

• Skin After Shave Treatment

Particular attention should be paid to the skin before andafter shaving and epilation. Before starting the procedure, wash your skin thoroughly with soap, and then wipe it with alcohol tincture. This simple measure will prevent infection and, as a result, boils from getting into the microdamages that will inevitably arise. Perhaps this will seem troublesome to you, but believe me - compared to treating boils, this is a piece of cake. Following these simple rules in most cases helps to take boils under strict control. But if nothing helps, then the problem is more serious and you need to solve it together with a doctor. Be healthy and beautiful!

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