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Hi ive had this problem with my under arm i realized 2 weeks ago from shaving it got an abscess and it got infected but its not clearing up. how can i treat it ?
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May require a visit: An abscess will often drain spontaneously & heal if you apply moist heat to the area frequently over a day or so. If this does not help it may require a prescription antibiotic, surgical drainage or both. At some point you must decide when/if it needs extra help.
Answered 2/8/2020
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