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Yesterday morning a red non itchy patch appeared near my armpit. it's a size of a nickel & it's patchy not round. i'm wondering what it could be .. tk?
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Ift persists see MD: It may be an infected gland (hidradenitis). If it persists, it may need antibiotics or drainage and you will need to see your physician
Answered 8/9/2014
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HEAT RASH: most likely you have a heat rash could be an allergy to something you touched either way you should keep it open to the air and apply hydrocortison cream
Answered 8/9/2014
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