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White pus oozing from left armpit

2025-12-28 10:11:06
I suddenly had a white pus like liquid oozing out from my left armpit. It pains. I have fusidic cream should I apply that. Is this something serious?
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Need oral medicines Consult online for proper evaluation and treatment

Answered2025-12-29 07:23:29

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription & guidance.

Answered2025-12-28 16:58:57

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Hello, Kindly do online consultation. Will need proper case history for evaluation.Will prescribe medicines and suggest treatments.

Answered2026-01-15 10:15:31

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It is bacterial infection. Kindly consult online for proper treatment and guidance.

Answered2025-12-29 16:50:06

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Looks like bacterial infection, antibiotics will work, but need to find the cause of it. For that need proper examination and history.
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Kindly consult in person or online, whatever is easy for you.
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Maintain hygiene, and topical antiseptic applications can be applied for some relief.

Answered2025-12-29 11:57:00

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It maybe folliculitis Kindly consult for better diagnosis and management.

Answered2025-12-29 11:13:58

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Azithromycin tab in night for 5 days Fusidic acid cream two times a day

Answered2025-12-29 08:55:01

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Bacterial infection have developed requires proper treatment
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Kindly do direct online consultations for detailed information

Answered2025-12-29 05:16:39

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Will improve with medication Consult online for further management

Answered2025-12-28 14:11:59

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