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Have a sore by my armpit and i'm not sure what it is. hurts all around it scab in the middle looks like a peeled blister on the outside and is growing?

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Dr. Jason Stokes answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Abscess or infection: Sounds like an infection that needs treatment. Lymph node is a possibility. Problems like this should be seen and evaluated.

Dr Munshower and 4 doctors agreed

Answered 8/12/2016

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A member asked:

Have a sore by my armpit and i'm not sure what it is. hurts all around it scab in the middle looks like a peeled blister on the outside and is growing?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Jason Stokes answered

Dr Munshower and 4 doctors agreed

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