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I get boils under my breast , underarms and underwear line and also on my leg by my underwear line.what is it?what do i do to get rid of them?

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Hidradenitis?: It sounds like you might have hidradenitis suppurativa, which is a condition where sweat glands become chronically infected, forming boils or abscesses. It commonly occurs in the armpits and groin but can happen in other places also. You need to see a doctor for this. Treatment can include chronic antibiotics and sometimes even surgery.

Answered 10/4/2016

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Hidradenitis: This is probably hidradenitis suppurativa or also called apocrine acne. You may need surgical therapy. See a dermatologist first. He or she can tell you what is best.

Answered 1/6/2013

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