mud & abcscesses

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kimberley mine
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Postby kimberley mine » Mon May 30, 2011 7:38 am

LKR wrote:Another little trick when soaking with epsom salts is to add a cup of 35% peroxide. You get it at health food stores. It is in a white plastic bottle and is stronger than the 3% you buy at the drug store or supermarket.
That stuff really helps bring an abscess to a head. It kills the bacteria in the pocket like no tomorrow. Glad it finally broke loose for you. Now Everyone will feel better. :wink:


If you do use 35% peroxide, wear gloves and a long-sleeve shirt. If that stuff splashes you, it can eat away at your skin. Once it's in the bucket, it will be diluted and not a problem.