Hi, it's a constant thing right now for me but the only relief I get is when I take antibiotics and use Prid, this help bring them to a head for me sometimes.

Prid seems to work the best for me

vics vapo chest rub

I just keep powder and gauze on mine to make sure it stays very dry. Should help with tenderness. Moisture seems to trigger them for me. Never tried a poultice. I might have to give that a try. When mine go purple it’s either moisture or it’s trying to tunnel

Bentonite clay poultice. Fatback with gauze and tape helps mine come to a head and drain