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What Causes Lump Formation Under Armpit Incase Of Under Active Thyroid?
could you tell me why i keep getting lumps under my armpit?,some are painful some are not.also despite living a healthy a low cal diet and active life i am constantly gaining weight.im on thyroxine for an underactive thyroid but it is only just under.are there any other medical reasons why i could be overweight?im female age 45yrs.i have recently found out i have an enlarged liver, spleen and gallstones.I smoke 15 a day and i do not take any alcohol and havent for 20yrs.why am i fat,lumpy and lacking in energy.im 5ft and 12 stone 5.
Tue, 20 Oct 2015
hi.
based from your description, those lumps in your armpit could be hidradenitis suppurativa, which usually comes from infected hair follicles or from too much chemical irritation secondary to deodorant use. it is best if you consult with a physician, preferably a general surgeon, for clinical evaluation. diagnostics and management (medical and/or surgical) will be directed accordingly.
hope this helps.
good day!!
~dr.kaye
based from your description, those lumps in your armpit could be hidradenitis suppurativa, which usually comes from infected hair follicles or from too much chemical irritation secondary to deodorant use. it is best if you consult with a physician, preferably a general surgeon, for clinical evaluation. diagnostics and management (medical and/or surgical) will be directed accordingly.
hope this helps.
good day!!
~dr.kaye
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