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Lumps in Armpits
Having lumps in
armpit after waxing
It's paining badly and swollen too from last 5 days
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Painful armpits post waxing is mostly due to hair follicular problems.
Dont worry
Give cold water compressions and take pain killers
If at all there is fever/increasing tenderness/redness..
Kindly consult
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Warm Compress: Apply a warm compress to the affected area a few times a day. This can help reduce pain and swelling. Avoid Waxing: Refrain from waxing or using any hair removal products on the affected area until it heals. Over-the-Counter Pain Relievers: You can consider over-the-counter pain relievers like ibuprofen or acetaminophen to help with pain and inflammation. Gentle Cleaning: Keep the area clean and dry to prevent infection. Avoid using any harsh or scented products on the area.
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Your symptoms could be due to local infection causing the lymph nodes swelling with pain ,or it could be hidraadenitis suppurativa ,a condition occurs due to the sweat glands blocked.At this point you need antibiotics and analgesics , consult with a dermatologist in your area.
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Connect please
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Dr. Shaista Fatma
General Physician
2 yrs exp
Lucknow
Consult immediately on practo or eight three one eight four six nine eight eight six
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Dr. Anuj Mothsra
General Physician
5 yrs exp
Jhunjhunu
Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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Dr. Najeeb T
General Physician
7 yrs exp
Malappuram
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Dr. Anubha Singh
General Physician
4 yrs exp
Jhansi
Can help you with the next course of action and treatment plan. Would like to discuss in details and provide apt solution. Kindly consult.
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Dr. Anmol Kudal
Dermatologist
3 yrs exp
Nashik
Its post waxing folliculitis. Proper medication available
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kindly Consult online for proper diagnosis and treatment .
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Dr. Manoj Kumar
General Physician
7 yrs exp
Dehradun
Need few more details
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Dr. Mohammed Salman Mohiuddin
General Physician
5 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Hello, i have noted your concern,
The most common causes of painful lumps under your armpit are swollen lymph nodes. These nodes filter the lymph fluid and can swell up due to the following reasons:
A bacterial, fungal, or viral infection in the arm or breast, An infection in the entire body like AIDS or herpes, Cancer, (usually breast cancer or lymphoma)
Lumps in the armpits can also form due to:
Allergic reactions
Benign fat tissue growths, known as lipomas and Cysts.
The most serious cause of these lumps is cancer. Hence, it is recommended to consult a specialist if they do not subside.
Next Steps
Please apply warm compression, hot water treatment like you need to Soak the towel in hot water and wring out the excess. Place this on the affected armpit for 10 to 15 minutes. Repeat the warm water treatment 2-3 times a day.
Also you can take over the counter pain medicine like paracetamol
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If pain doesn’t reduce or get worsen please kindly consult
Do not wear tight clothes
Or apply any perfumes or deodorant which can irritate the skin and cause more pain to you
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Dr. Bhiva Ram Yadav
General Physician
6 yrs exp
Jaipur
Pain, swelling, and lumps in the armpit after waxing could be due to a variety of reasons, including ingrown hairs, skin irritation, or infection. It's important to monitor the situation, keep the area clean, and avoid further waxing until it heals. If the symptoms persist or worsen, it's best to consult
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Dr. Nivedita Bharti
General Physician
5 yrs exp
Ranchi
Get it examined to evaluate
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