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My armpits have a rash n plus it's quite swelled and because of that i can't put deodorant on or wear tight clothes, why are my armpits like this?help

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Dr. Michael Sparacino answered

See below: These symptoms could be serious and need to be thoroughly evaluated by your doctor.

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Answered 11/28/2017

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A member asked:

My armpits have a rash n plus it's quite swelled and because of that i can't put deodorant on or wear tight clothes, why are my armpits like this?help

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Michael Sparacino answered

Dr Ali and another doctor agreed

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