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I have a pimple like thing in my armpit( not in red color,color of skin) with little irritation when touched?

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Axillary mass: Could be just that,..a type of infected pimple, cyst, abscess, boil, furuncle, or a lymph node. Have it checked out if it does not go away with warm compresses and local care. Good luck.

Dr Maes and another doctor agreed

Answered 7/2/2014

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A member asked:

I have a pimple like thing in my armpit( not in red color,color of skin) with little irritation when touched?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Munshower answered

Dr Maes and another doctor agreed

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