Medically reviewed by Casey Gallagher, MD It is possible to get rid of a boil at home, particularly if they are small. This ...

Vaginal boils can be caused by ingrown hairs, injuries, or wearing underwear that's too small. They usually are painful, have a pus filled tip, and eventually rupture and drain pus. You should see ...

You also can take an over-the-counter pain reliever, such as Advil or Motrin (ibuprofen) and Aleve (naproxen), for comfort. A breast boil will often drain on its own. Never pop or squeeze a breast ...

Although the popping can be a little painful, the pain won’t last long (Shutterstock) The aftercare Once you have drained the boil of its core, dispose the cotton well, sterilize the area and ...