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I have knots under both armpits they swell and burst and most of the time it has a bad smell . i can't wear deodorant,powder or baking soda please?

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Dr. Troy Reyna answered

See surgeon: sounds like hidra adenitis suppurativa or chronic infection of the sweat galnds. this can be ongoing problem unless the skin containing the sweat glands is removed. get a consultation.

Answered 11/28/2020

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A member asked:

I have knots under both armpits they swell and burst and most of the time it has a bad smell . i can't wear deodorant,powder or baking soda please?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Troy Reyna answered

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