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Huge lump/ knot under my arm very painful! what should i do!?
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Infected Cyst: you likely have an infected cyst in your axilla. It needs to be evaluated today for definitive treatment and antibiotics. If you can not get into your doctor you should go to an Urgent Care or ER.
Answered 3/20/2016
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