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Suddenly my left armpit started to have a bad odor and red rashes started to show since yesterday night. can anyone help me ?

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Arm pit: You may have an infecion of your hair follicles as a result of shaving. As a result you have a red rash and bad odor. See a dermatologist because you will need antibiotic treatment.

Dr Parvez agreed

Answered 9/23/2013

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