The appearance of boils (boils) causes discomfort in people. When there is an unsightly purulent growth on the face or body, everyone wants to get rid of it as soon as possible. Squeezing out carbuncles and boils is a dangerous process, since with improper manipulations a person runs the risk of introducing an infection and causing serious complications. You need to understand that this type of skin disease is different from ordinary acne, which everyone is used to removing on their own.
In the case of boils, inflammation spreads to the bloodstream, so in this case, the risk that the virus enters the body is much higher. Therefore, before performing any manipulations, it is worth learning more about the dangers of such procedures.
The negative effects of self-extrusion of boils
It must be understood that if a person tries to get rid of a purulent growth on his own and puts pressure on him, then this will only further strengthen the edema of the skin. Often, after squeezing boils , people have problems with the skin and blood vessels located under it. Because of this, unpleasant scars and scars may appear on the face and body.
It is also worth considering that in the process of squeezing the abscess there is a big risk that its contents will fall on another part of the human skin. As you know, it is in this liquid that contains a large number of microbes that can excite the appearance of new foci of inflammation.
If you squeeze a purulent boil in the nose, mouth, eyes or spine, this can provoke the penetration of purulent masses even deeper under the skin. Accordingly, over time, microorganisms will begin to affect other cavities.
If a person squeezes an abscess, then he always runs the risk of sending the infection directly into the blood. If dangerous bacteria reach the brain, then there is a risk of very terrible consequences. Therefore, independently engage in such events is very dangerous. If there is a need to get rid of a purulent growth, you should consult a doctor. If it was decided to extrude the boil at home, then you need to approach this event responsibly and follow the recommendations of specialists.
Good to know
If several accumulations of purulent formations are observed on the human body, then this is a pathology called furunculosis. In such situations, a person may develop a fever. If numerous suppurations become too inflamed, they can only be removed surgically.
At home, gently squeezing the boil is allowed only if it is not very inflamed. Before touching the boil, wash your hands well with soap. The same procedure must be performed after extrusion. Otherwise, there is a risk of introducing harmful bacteria into another area of the skin.
When using antibacterial agents, they can be applied directly to the boil itself, it is impossible to affect the skin around. For the remedy to work, it needs to be applied 3-4 times a day.
It is also worth remembering one important rule - if the core does not appear in the boil for 4-5 days, then it is worth talking to the doctor. There is a risk that the disease flows into a more serious stage. The fact is that the boil ripening usually lasts no more than 7 days. If the unpleasant "bump" only grows to the sides, then, most likely, surgical intervention is required.
There are different procedures for interacting with an abscess. Sometimes squeezing a boil can be avoided if you provoke a natural eruption of pus.
Compresses
In order to provoke a breakthrough of pus, it is necessary to prepare special lotions that are applied to the affected areas of the skin for 10-15 minutes daily. As a rule, for these purposes I most often use honey or onions. So-called cakes are made from these natural ingredients.
With the help of compresses, you can also reduce pain in the affected area of the skin. Honey and onions accelerate the process of maturation of the boil. In this case, there is no need to puncture or squeeze out an unpleasant formation.
The use of antibacterial agents
Pharmacy drugs are often used to avoid squeezing the boil. The best tools of this type are:
- Salicylic or boric alcohol. If you treat the inflamed area of one of these fluids daily, this will accelerate the maturation of the boil.
- Tablets. If a person suffers from the regular appearance of unpleasant growths, it is worth considering to take a course of taking dietary supplements or vitamin complexes. It is best to use tools that help strengthen the resilience of the entire human body.
- Vishnevsky ointment. This tool is recommended to be used if a person independently squeezes out the formation. After getting rid of large pimples, the autopsy site must be treated to prevent infection. However, it is dangerous to use such ointments if the boil does not open. This can lead to the development of phlegmon.
Squeezing a boil with a bottle
This method is considered one of the fastest. A bottle or any other vessel with a narrowed neck is suitable for the procedure. However, removing the abscess using this method is dangerous, so you need to clearly follow the instructions:
- It is necessary to prepare a piece of cotton wool and wrap it with a metal rod. After that, the material is impregnated with alcohol and ignited.
- Dip the burning fleece in a bottle or other container for 5-10 minutes.
- Without waiting for the vessel to cool, press it with the neck to the boil for 10 minutes.
- Remove the bottle and put a patch on the inflamed area or use a sterile dressing.
If the boils in the ear
Squeezing purulent boils from such zones is considered the most difficult. Although experts do not recommend home treatment in this situation, some have successfully used traditional medicine recipes.
In order to get rid of a complex growth, it is necessary to bake onions in a microwave or oven. Before this, it is necessary to make a recess in it, into which linseed oil is poured. The formed improvised bowl is closed with a slice of bread and put in the oven for several minutes. After that, you need to squeeze the onion. The resulting juice must be instilled in the ear.
You can also try using iodine. Such a tool can be a salvation at the first sign of an abscess. To do this, it is enough to periodically lubricate the affected skin with iodine.
In addition, some use vegetable oil. They are impregnated with linen cloth. After this, the material is rubbed with garlic and placed in the ear canal twice a day. Thanks to this, the growth ripens and bursts faster.
If boils on the face
If we are talking about the initial stage of the disease, then in this case, iodine can also be used. Daily rubbing will help relieve pain and accelerate the growth of the abscess.
For the face, many use the drug "Dimexidum" in liquid form. This drug daily lubricates the skin on the face. The components of the drug penetrate the skin and relieve inflammation. In addition, this drug has an antibacterial effect.
During pregnancy
In such a situation, it is very dangerous to squeeze the boil yourself. First of all, a lady in a position should find out the cause of the appearance of unpleasant ulcers. Only a doctor can help her in this. As a rule, furunculosis appears due to infection in the pregnant woman. This carries a danger not only to the expectant mother, but also to the unborn baby.
In this case, even a specialist does not extrude a boil. Instead, he prescribes the future mother safe antibacterial drugs and may agree to the use of traditional medicine. However, any remedy should be used only in order to provoke a natural breakthrough of the growth.
What can pregnant women use
In this case, traditional medicine will help:
- Boiled onion is crushed into gruel and mixed with grated garlic. The resulting composition is applied to the affected area of the skin.
- A glass of natural tomato juice is mixed with two tablespoons of glycerin. All components are thoroughly mixed. The resulting composition is applied to gauze and applied to the inflamed boil three times a day until the growth itself opens.
You can also prepare a herbal compress, which additionally helps to get rid of pain. To do this, mix chamomile and sage in equal proportions, brew the collection and attach it to the affected area for half an hour.
In addition, ladies in position should not forget to eat right and maintain the body's immune system.
First aid
If a person suffers from skin abscesses, then it is worth monitoring their condition. The fact is that squeezing the largest boils that are already ready to explode is not a big deal. However, growths that are not sufficiently swollen are very dangerous to remove, since there is a risk of only driving the liquid deeper under the skin.
If there are unpleasant sensations and you want to get rid of the abscess faster, then you should put a little ichthyol ointment on gauze and apply to the affected area. However, if a painful itching occurs, the dressing is immediately removed.
Even with an autopsy of the abscess, you need to treat it with an antiseptic. If, after pus drains out, an infection gets into the wound, this can lead to serious complications and infection. So that an ugly scar does not remain in the place of the abscess, it is necessary to lubricate the skin with special absorbable ointments.