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What could be causing me to have large boil like, puss filled lumps under my arm.

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Hydradenitis: Likely skin infections originating in yor hair follicles. Need appropriate hygiene. Avoid underarm antiperspirants/deodorants.

Answered 5/24/2014

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Abscess: Usually results from a break in skin intergirity allowing pathogens to cause infection. sometimes can occur from hair that becomes ingrown or reaction to deodorants or lotion or soap that causes secondary infection.

Answered 7/13/2014

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