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How Can An Armpit Lump With Pain And Redness Be Treated?

I found a Pea size bump in my left armpit 4 days ago. It wasn't red at the time but it hurt. I have stopped using deodorant and was applying a hot compress to it. Now it is the size of a quarter red and more painful. What should I do I don't have medical insurance right now but It really hurts if I move just right in my sleep it will wake me up.
Mon, 25 Aug 2014
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1.Possible cause of lump in the axillary region / armpit is due to bacterial infection ( infection / inflammation of the hair follicle)
2.Good you stopped deodorant as it is an irritant in this case, stop shaving use trim until it heals completely.
3.It can be treated with a course of antibiotic - if does not give relief.
4.A small incision and drainage will be done in complicated / un healed cases.
5.A pain killer for pain might be helpful.
Hope it helps you. Wish you a good health.
Anything to ask ? do not hesitate. Thank you.
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How Can An Armpit Lump With Pain And Redness Be Treated?

welcome to Health care magic. 1.Possible cause of lump in the axillary region / armpit is due to bacterial infection ( infection / inflammation of the hair follicle) 2.Good you stopped deodorant as it is an irritant in this case, stop shaving use trim until it heals completely. 3.It can be treated with a course of antibiotic - if does not give relief. 4.A small incision and drainage will be done in complicated / un healed cases. 5.A pain killer for pain might be helpful. Hope it helps you. Wish you a good health. Anything to ask ? do not hesitate. Thank you.