Effective Treatments for Boils

Agave: Fresh leaves of this plant should be cut and applied to the affected areas of the skin with the inner side facing down. It's advisable to cover it with cotton or use a warm compress. This method helps in treating boils, inflammation of the sciatic nerve, and furuncles.

Rosin plaster: To prepare it, you will need the following ingredients in equal proportions: rosin, which should be previously ground into powder; fresh lard, which should be melted in a water bath; and pure beeswax.

The preparation process is carried out in a water bath. First, melt the wax, then add the rosin powder, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon or stick. Gradually introduce the melted lard while continuing to mix. Once all components are fully melted, remove from heat and actively stir until the mass thickens and achieves a homogeneous, plastic consistency.

The healing properties of this plaster are impressive. It effectively eliminates boils, carbuncles, as well as treats sores, ringworm, and cuts. The plaster dressing is recommended to be changed once or twice a day. In the presence of furuncles, do not attempt to squeeze out the purulent core, as it will come out on its own. After that, it's important to rinse the wound with a potassium permanganate solution.