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Lump under armpit
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I am feeling a small lump under my left armpit. While pressing it hurts, but i am not clear about the cause. Please suggest what to do and is it any serious condition?
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It's It's bacterial infection causing hidradenitis suppurativa..it will improve with medicine... for detailed medicine prescription do online consultation by sending photos
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Dont ignore , it can be serious health issue , consult online
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Definitely need more details of the lump. Is it on both sides or only on one side.. or the left one is bigger than right . Duration. Pain variation with your menstrual cycle? Any history of fever ... How is the lump growing or same size and how long it has been there and so on
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consult a general surgeon or a plastic surgeon for further evaluation
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a lump can be a benign tumour or a more serious one.. don't neglect it and get consulted soon
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Dr. Rajesh L Pathi
Dermatologist
8 yrs exp
Bangalore
Take consultantion and discuss in detail
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Dr. Arpita
Dermatologist
9 yrs exp
Ahmedabad
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.,
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Dr. Nandhini Palani
Dermatologist
6 yrs exp
Chennai
Take online consultation
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