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A hot compress is typically something like a hot water bottle used to alleviate pain by putting the hot compress next to the sore body part.

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Can hot compress decreas the size of your nose?

No, a hot compress will not decrease the size of your nose. The size and shape of your nose are determined by your genetics and bone structure, and cannot be altered by using a hot compress.


How long you use a hot or cold compress maximum?

Hot compress should be use 5-10mins. It should alternately do with the cold compress for a better result.


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series of hot and cold water applications. A hot compress (as hot as an individual can tolerate) is applied for three minutes followed by an ice cold compress for 30 seconds


Can a hot compress make the pus go down?

A warm compress is used to draw pus to the surface and onto the compress material. It should be as warm as bearable, rather than too hot to cause scalding. Change the compress frequently, and only use a new compress as a replacement. Don't wash and reuse a compress to avoid further infection.


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Swelling on the old intravenous site - what should you apply - hot or cold compress?

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What is hot and cold compass?

Perhaps you enquire regarding 'hot and cold compress' as used for sprains and tissue damage.


Reasons of applying hot or cold compress?

Applying a hot compress can help to increase blood flow, relax muscles, and reduce pain and stiffness. A cold compress can help reduce inflammation, numb pain, and decrease swelling by constricting blood vessels. The choice between hot or cold therapy depends on the type of injury or condition being treated.


I have some post operative swelling should I use a hot or cold compress?

Cold compress or ice pack (frozen peas or something else similar).


When should one use hot or cold compress?

hot compress. to promote vasodilation that relaxes the muscles