A disease is a particular abnormal condition that affects part or all of an organism not caused by external force and that consists of a disorder of a structure or function, usually serving as an evolutionary disadvantage. The study of disease is called pathology, which includes the study of cause. Disease is often construed as a medical condition associated with specific symptoms and signs. It may be caused by external factors such as pathogens or by internal dysfunctions, particularly of the i
Treating Boils. 1  1. Apply hot compresses to the boil. 2  2. Do not lance or burst the boil at home. 3  3. Wash the drained boil with antibacterial soap.  4. Apply an antibacterial cream and dress the 1  boil. 5. Continue applying hot compresses until the boil is fully healed.  6. See a doctor if the boil has not drained within two weeks, or has become infected.
Fill the saucepan or stockpot with water.2. Bring water to a rolling boil.3. Place thermometer in container so that thesensing area of stem or probe is completelysubmerged (over the dimple).4. Do NOT let the thermometer stem/probe touchsides or bottom of container.5.