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How to prevent recurring abscess under armpit. it's appearing for the 4th time in less than 2 months. 1st was drained out by dr and i took antibiotics?
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Open up: If aspiration and antibiotics don't take care of it, typically the next step is to open it up, wash it out, and then leave it open to heal from the bottom up. Discuss specifics of your case with your doctor.
Answered 10/31/2017
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