This treatment will vary, depending on what is causing the infection. He or she may prescribe oral or topical antibiotics, however, many times a doctor will simply suggest soaking the toe in a solution of warm water and liquid antibacterial soap for about 15 minutes three to four times every day and keeping the area clean. Soaking helps with the infection and softens the skin to allow the infection to "come to a head." In the case of toenail fungal infections, your doctor may prescribe an oral anti-fungal medication or an anti-fungal prescription nail polish. If the infection is deep and serious, a physician may suggest treating it with a small surgical procedure. This means a quick surgical drainage of an infection, usually used in the case of an abscess. The physician may first numb the toe with lidocaine and then open the infection with a scalpel and allow the pus to drain. Then, depending on how deep the infection is, a wicking material may be placed in the wound to allow for more drainage. The wound is then packed with gauze for 24 to 48 hours. The packing can be removed after this time and the wound is then examined and re-bandaged. Oral antibiotics may be given as well. Surface (superficial) infections of the toe can be treated in a number of ways. These include: Soaking: Just as with a more serious infection, soaking toe in a solution of warm water and a liquid antibacterial soap is usually recommended. You should soak for about 15 minutes once a day. OTC (over-the-counter) antibiotic creams and ointments for bacterial infections: These include Polysporin, Neosporin, Bacitracin or a Triple Antibiotic ointment. OTC (over-the-counter) anti-fungal creams for fungal infections: These include Lotrimin, Derman, Canesten, or another anti-fungal medicine.

Summary: Follow your doctor's suggestions for treatment of a minor infection. Get medical treatment for a serious infection. Use medicine to treat a superficial infection.

It's important that you create a design that reflects the content and image of your blog - from your font to your color choices, make sure each element of your blog's overall design is consistent with your blog's image. For example, cartoony art and balloon fonts might be fun choices for a parenting blog, but would be seriously confusing on a professional marketing blog. Consider hiring a professional designer, at least for your header and logo. You only get one chance to make a first impression. Most blog hosts, including Blogger and WordPress, have "themes" that you can install. These can sometimes be customized and give your blog a fun "feel." Most blogs have common elements, such as "About Me" and "Archives" that allow readers to learn more about you and read past posts. Common features include: About Me Categories Posts Portfolio Contact Don't clutter your blog! Make it easy for readers to find the content they're looking for. Offer helpful elements such as a search bar and "popular posts" sidebar. A "splash header" can be a good way to quickly orient new visitors. It is a large banner area at the top of the page that mentions the most important content and offers a quick introduction to the areas of the blog readers will be most interested in. Add a "next and previous posts" feature. One way to build your readership is to keep your visitors hanging around! Adding "next" and "previous" buttons at the bottom of each post will drive your visitors to read more content.

Summary: Create a blog design that reflects your blog's image. Choose elements to include in your blog. Make your blog easy to navigate.

Taking care of the legal incidentals of moving to Florida is a crucial step. For more information on residency, visit http://www.stateofflorida.com/residency.aspx. Elements needed to declare Florida residency include: voter registration, in-state employment, a registered "declaration of domicile" in the county where you live, and proof of payment for utilities at your registered Florida address. The State of Florida portal will also provide you with information regarding changing insurance coverage, change of address, and addressing business needs if you run a business. If you're planning to drive in the state of Florida, you'll need to have a state driver's license. You can obtain the driver's license at any Florida DMV office. When you arrive at the DMV, you'll need show proof of insurance, proof of Florida residency, and the out-of-state vehicle title. Before visiting the DMV, also fill out the Driver's License paperwork, online at: http://www.hsmv.state.fl.us/dmv/forms/btr/82040.pdf. You'll also need to have your vehicle's VIN number inspected by a law enforcement officer or a Florida DMV inspector. You have 30 days to obtain a Florida driver's license from the date you first: accept Florida employment, register to vote in Florida, or enroll your kids in a public Florida school. In order to become a Florida resident, you'll need to register to vote in the state. You can change your voter registration online, at: https://registertovoteflorida.gov/en/Registration/Index. To register to vote in Florida, you must already live in the state. You can only register to vote after you've acquired a Florida driver's license or other type of legal identification. You will also need to know the last 4 numbers of your SSN. To register a vehicle, stop by a Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (DHSMV) office. Bring a copy of your car insurance card, proof of ID, and a title for the vehicle. The vehicle will need to be inspected while at the DHSMV office, and you'll be asked to pay a $25 registration fee. You cannot register your vehicle in advance. You'll need to wait until you've moved to Florida to register a vehicle.

Summary: Visit the State of Florida's online portal for residency information. Obtain a Florida driver's license. Register to vote in Florida. Register your vehicle in the county where you'll live.

Peel away the plastic wrap covering the black pudding. Do not slice it or remove the skin. With the casing damaged or removed the sausage would absorb water and become soggy. Take care not to break the skin casing when removing the outer plastic. Fill a stock pot with water and heat it until it comes to a boil. You can also use a deep pan to simmer the black pudding, though this will take longer and require regular turning. The pot or pan you use should be big enough to hold the entire pudding. Simmering will work best with thinner sausages. The bulky girth of thick sausages makes heating them in a pan impractical. Carefully place the black pudding into the boiling water. It will submerge when placed in a stock pot. If you've chosen to simmer the pudding in a pan, you will need to turn it every few minutes to make sure it gets cooked through. Turn simmering sausages using long-handled tongs to keep from burning yourself. Boiling sausages will need to be checked periodically to ensure that the skin hasn't ruptured. If it has, remove the black pudding from the water immediately, slice and finish cooking on a skillet or in the oven to salvage the flavor and texture of the sausage. Allow the pudding to boil or simmer for 6-8 minutes. You can test the consistency of the sausage as it cooks by squeezing it lightly with a pair of tongs. Once most of its firmness has given way and it has taken on a soft texture, it is ready to serve. Thicker sausages may need to be cooked longer in order to be a consistent temperature throughout.
Summary: Remove the plastic wrapping from the black pudding. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Put in the pudding whole. Heat for 6-8 minutes. Finished.