Boils are skin abscesses or carbuncles. They are areas of contained infection deep in the skin layers. This creates a pocket of pus. Antibiotics should be taken to help diminish the boil. Also, you can add moist heat at least twice a day, allowing the boil to soften and flatten. Over time it will open and release infection. You can find more information here: http://healthfieldmedicare.suite101.com/article.cfm/how_to_get_rid_of_a_boil
