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Suggest Treatment For Small Bumps On Armpits

My niece had small bumps appear in her armpits and it has gradually gotten worse and are now red with a white head. They have spread to her knees. What is this? What would treatment be and what causes it? Her pediatrician said it was a virus. What kind of virus? Why wouldn t they prescribe an antibiotic? Really concerned because it s spreading. She was at my parents all weekend and fine Sunday right before she went home she started itching again. Is this stress related? Thank you
Wed, 10 Feb 2016
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Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query your niece have symptoms of small bumps on armpits. Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like folliculitis infection or it could be a sign of lymphadenitis or allergic reaction can also possible. It could be due to improper hygiene. Need not to worry. I would suggest you to apply warm compresses several times a day. You should apply over the counter antibiotics and anti inflammatory cream , take benadryl twice a day and take ibuprofen or acetaminophen for pain. You should consult general practitioner for proper examination. Doctor may prescribe immunosuppressants along with antibiotics and anti inflammatory. Maintain complete hygiene.

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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Suggest Treatment For Small Bumps On Armpits

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query your niece have symptoms of small bumps on armpits. Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like folliculitis infection or it could be a sign of lymphadenitis or allergic reaction can also possible. It could be due to improper hygiene. Need not to worry. I would suggest you to apply warm compresses several times a day. You should apply over the counter antibiotics and anti inflammatory cream , take benadryl twice a day and take ibuprofen or acetaminophen for pain. You should consult general practitioner for proper examination. Doctor may prescribe immunosuppressants along with antibiotics and anti inflammatory. Maintain complete hygiene. Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari