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HS Flare Reoccurring Under My Armpit

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Warren, MA

Hello! I’m trying to avoid having to get this drained at the doctor. I want to try at home stuff. So far I’ve tried hot compresses and witch Hazel

May 20, 2023
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It’s on my armpit. How would I do that just put some bleach on a wash cloth or something ?

May 21, 2023
A myHSteam Member

No, no Amber. Dilute it. Just a little bleach with Hot, Hot water. Use a towel and soak it and place it under your arm. Do that over and over. The pain will go and just rinse the excess bleach off with plain water. If you have Doxycycline, put that on the boil and cover it.

May 22, 2023
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Have you heard of hydrocolloid dressings? Clean the skin and ensure your pores are open and pop one of these on, it draws out the contents of the pores.

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You can also use Magnesium Sulphate Paste. This draws out boils and skin infections. This may be better for you in this instance.

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May 20, 2023 (edited)
A myHSteam Member

Hi Amber. Where's the flare? You can try Hot, Hot water with Bleach to draw it to a head. Witch Hazel closes the pours. You want to open the pours so it can burst and drain.

May 20, 2023 (edited)

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