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Suggest Remedy For A Huge Red Lump Above The Armpit

i have a huge red lump just above my arm pit. its really red and warm to the touch and hurts badly.. it doesnt have a head and all i see are the pores of where the arm pit hair is supposed to grow. can you please help me out and tell me what it could be?
Thu, 18 Sep 2014
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1.The possible cause will be hair follicular infection with pus collection with in.
2.Which needs antibiotic treatment - but in larger size there will not be much effect.
3.In this case for confirmation an ultrasound will help to evaluate the nature of the lump, its source and extensions.
4.An incision and drainage with antibiotic course will help. Good post procedural care plays important role in recurrence and healing process.
5.Do not disturb the area , stop shaving for some time, use trimmer instead for a while until it heels, do not press, scratch. Good luck.

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Suggest Remedy For A Huge Red Lump Above The Armpit

Welcome to health care magic. 1.The possible cause will be hair follicular infection with pus collection with in. 2.Which needs antibiotic treatment - but in larger size there will not be much effect. 3.In this case for confirmation an ultrasound will help to evaluate the nature of the lump, its source and extensions. 4.An incision and drainage with antibiotic course will help. Good post procedural care plays important role in recurrence and healing process. 5.Do not disturb the area , stop shaving for some time, use trimmer instead for a while until it heels, do not press, scratch. Good luck. Hope i have answered your query. Any thing to ask do not hesitate. Thank you.