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.
Method. 1  Start by making a flavoured stock called a court bouillon. Roughly chop the leeks, carrots, onion, celery stick and fennel bulb. 2  Add the rock salt, sliced lemon, white wine vinegar, star anise and wine. Add 3 litres water, bring to the boil and simmer for 30 mins. 3  Return the liquid to the pot and bring back to the boil.