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My mum has a very red swollen rash under her armpit there appears to be an entry site there, which has produced puss, she has no temp, any ideas?
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Axillary infection: Your mother has infection that requires antibiotic treatment. See your doctor.
Answered 10/6/2013
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Indeed : This can be hydradenitis and of course needs antibiotics sometime incision and drainage. She should stop any anti-perspiration and deodorant sprays. Needs doctor's attention!
Answered 9/29/2016
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