When do I have to go to the doctor? | Homeopathy for a boil

When do I have to go to the doctor?

A boil does not always have to be clarified by a doctor, since with appropriate treatment, as well as protection and hygiene, healing can be expected within a few days. If this does not happen, a doctor should be consulted. Further reasons for a medical check up would be the occurrence of strong pain as well as the frequent occurrence of furuncles. A visit to a doctor is also recommended if the boils are localized in the area of the face or the intimate area. The most suitable doctor for this is a dermatologist, who as a specialist in skin diseases can at the same time exclude possible other causes.

Other alternative forms of therapy

A possible alternative form of therapy in the treatment of boils is the use of Schüssler salts. These support the opening of the furuncle and the associated emptying of the pus or the discharge of pus. This allows the boil to heal faster.

In case of an increased occurrence of furuncles, which is also called furunculosis, some alternative therapy concepts assume psychological causes. Here, the focus is on mental, inner tension, which leads to a general tension of the body. This can promote the development of furuncles.

This is also supported by a weakened immune system during psychological stress. Accordingly, a treatment of the soul in various forms can be considered as a form of therapy for recurrent furuncles.

• Silica, i.e. Schüssler Salt No.

  11, for example, is suitable for this purpose, as it simultaneously promotes the build-up of connective tissue during the healing process.

• Calcium sulfuricum, the Schüssler Salt No. 12, also has a positive effect on the connective tissue and promotes the healing of furuncle.
• Other possible preparations are Schüssler salt No. 3, Ferrum phosphoricum and
• Schüssler Salt No. 9, Sodium phosphoricum

Which home remedies can help me?

With a boil, various home remedies can be used. Generally, warm and humid compresses can be applied to the boil. This promotes the maturation of the furuncle, which means that it is emptied and healed early.

Accordingly, the duration of the symptoms and pain can be shortened. Various agents can be added to the envelopes. Another possible tried and tested household remedy is the use of garlic.

This can be used either in fine cubes in a compress or in the form of slices directly on the boil. The flavonoids contained in garlic have a healing effect on the boil or also promote the emptying of the pus, which promotes faster healing and reduces pain.

• A calendula tincture, for example, is well suited for furuncles, as it contains various anti-inflammatory agents.

  At the same time, the pain is reduced and the bacterial pathogens are combated. Tea tree oil can also be used for furuncles in the form of compresses. It has an anti-inflammatory effect and at the same time cleanses the irritated and damaged skin.