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What Causes Lump Under The Arm Secreting Waxy Substance?

I have a small lump under my right arm i have had it checked by my doctor who said it is of no concern This small lump when squeezed secretes a waxy cheese smellimg substance I have noticed that the surrouding hairs may have this substance forming Can you tell me how i can treat this please
Fri, 18 Mar 2016
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Hi From your description it's sounds like a sebaceous cyst. An infection of a gland in your skin. Since there is discharge from it it's better to get the cyst removed by your doctor to prevent it from getting bigger and worse. Take care. :)
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What Causes Lump Under The Arm Secreting Waxy Substance?

Hi From your description it s sounds like a sebaceous cyst. An infection of a gland in your skin. Since there is discharge from it it s better to get the cyst removed by your doctor to prevent it from getting bigger and worse. Take care. :)