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I have a large red pimple like bump in armpit,could it be infected ingrown hair?can i drain it?

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Dr. Ayisha Gani
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Folliculitis: sound like infected follicle, if it becomes an abscess need to be drained, otherwise may need antibiotic, some times it may resolve on its own, just keep the area clean
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