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What Causes Burning Sensation In Armpits?
Recently I ve been getting a burning sensation in my armpits. After monitoring it for a few days I ve discovered that it really burns when I get fear sweat . For example, it doesn t burn from strenuous activity, but if something like a loud noise happens or I trip and almost fall, it immediately starts burning. The burning goes away if I wash my armpits. I know activity sweat and fear sweat are slightly different. It s almost as if my fear sweat has become more acidic than usual or something like that. Have you heard of anything like this before?
Tue, 12 Jan 2016
Hi Dear,
Welcome to HCM.
Understanding your concern. As per your query you have burning sensation in armpits. Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like diabetes , peripheral , neuropathy , chemical burn , heat burn or peripheral nerve trauma . I would suggest you to consult neurologist for proper examination . Doctor will take history or order nerve conduction test along with physical examination . Doctor may prescribe nerve supplement along with physical therapy , stretching exercises to relive stress form nerve . Doctor may refer you to endocrinologist for diabetes problem . For now keep your armpits clean and dry .
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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