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Red swollen spot under arm what could it be?
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Lump: Redness and a lump in the armpit, especially if tender, may be an inflamed/infected ingrown hair or cyst. Apply warm soaks. See a physician or surgeon if the swelling persists.
Answered 4/3/2019
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