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I am 20 and a female i have suffered with boils and abscess in my groin area and under my arms any idea what it is and how to get rid of it ?
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Get seen: This may be hidradenitis suppurative which should be addressed at once, or any of several other skin problems.
Answered 2/18/2014
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