I do. Especially when I can see it's ready to burst.

I use just hot compresses and usually brings it to the top... Just don't bandage them up after they pop due to keeping the infection and drainage material near the affected area. That's a good way to get septic and u don't want that.

Salina, I use Hot, Hot water with a little bleach. It burst every time.

Yes! I have used fatback as well with gauze and tape