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Sore spot on armpit. there is no red bump to signal an ingrown and there is no internal lump, but it feels like an ingrown. it pops up in random spots?

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Dr. Subhasish Bose
Dr. Subhasish Boseanswered
Nephrology and Dialysis 19 years experience
Need a biopsy: Many possibilities: - ingrown hair - lymph node - swollen sebaceous gland - blocked sweat glands - skin lesion of uncertain etiology I would recommend taking pictures and seeing a dermatologist for in person discussion.
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