41. As a pain killer it was used for earache and toothache and occasionally as a poultice . 42. The Egyptians used mint in poultices for eye, ear and mouth ailments and for itchy feet. 43. When these didn't work, doctors might recommend mustard poultices to draw out imaginary poisons. 44. Poultices are a kind of compress applied to a surface to draw away dirt or other pollutants.45. The plant is used in various cosmetics such as enemas, infusions, lotions, and poultices . 46. As a pain killer it has been used for earache and toothache and occasionally as a poultice . 47. :Nobody has mentioned the traditional folk medical practice of using mouldy bread or grain in poultices . 48. The travertine walls in public areas are cleaned five times a year and get a poultice treatment annually. 49. Readings were taken after the poultice was placed and " showed the surface salt diminished ." 50. He also recommends a similar treatment for both stings : a cool poultice of salt or baking soda.
