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I have a lump in my right armpit and it really hurts what is it ?

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Abscess: The tender lump in your armpit is likely a staph abscess. You need warm soaks to help it come to a head and drain and you probably will need antibiotics. If it drains from the compresses, you may be able to avoid antibiotics.

Answered 7/5/2019

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Infection: It could be an infected hair follicle or an infected lymphnode, You ought to see a doctor for proper treatment so that you do not end up chronic hideradenitis suppurativa.

Answered 7/6/2019

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