- male
- 30 Years
- 14/08/2025
I have a boil on my left thigh and I'm taking doxycycline with cipladine ointment but no pus is coming out. Do I really need to get a small cut from the doctor? I'm nervous about the procedure is there any other way to treat this without surgery?
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If boil doesn’t drain with antibiotics, minor incision may be needed—don’t delay if swelling increases.
Dr. Dhankecha Suggests...
Consult a Dermatologist
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