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I occasionally experience sore lumps under my arms. they are about the size of a marble and then disappear after a few days. any thoughts?

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Dr. John Hagler answered

Hidradenitis: Antibiotic such as Doxycycline 100 mg bid for 10-14 days, cleansing axillae with betadine soap twice a day and without using antiperspirant, then recheck by pcp.

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Answered 6/25/2014

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A member asked:

I occasionally experience sore lumps under my arms. they are about the size of a marble and then disappear after a few days. any thoughts?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Hagler answered

Dr Raff agreed

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