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What Is The Treatment For Pus Filled Cysts Under The Arms Which Are Not Subsiding Since Long Term?
i have multiple puss filled cysts under armpits, i have these problem from past 7 years but the cysts will be subsiding itself but now i am pregnant and the cysts have become more with puss and bad smell but now can i go for treatment as the cysts are not subsiding
Sat, 14 Dec 2013
Hi
From the description that you have provided, I suspect that you have developed lesions of hidradenitis suppurativa.
This is a rare skin condition in which theare is recurrent development of pus filled lesions and cysts especially in the axilla.
This condition requires continuous and long term treatment.
I would advise you to see a nearby dermatologist and get yourself assessed.
For the time being, maintain local hygiene.
Keep the affected area clean and dry.
Clean it with an antiseptic lotion twice a day.
Do not apply any oil over it.
Dr Geetika Paul
From the description that you have provided, I suspect that you have developed lesions of hidradenitis suppurativa.
This is a rare skin condition in which theare is recurrent development of pus filled lesions and cysts especially in the axilla.
This condition requires continuous and long term treatment.
I would advise you to see a nearby dermatologist and get yourself assessed.
For the time being, maintain local hygiene.
Keep the affected area clean and dry.
Clean it with an antiseptic lotion twice a day.
Do not apply any oil over it.
Dr Geetika Paul
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