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What Is The Reason For Recurrent Swollen Lymph Node Under Arm That Leaks?

swollen lymph node under arm It leaks after swelling.i have went to doctor for all tests and all negative. but it keeps coming back. swelling and then leaking out. It comes back at least once a year and I have had two kids its been going on for 5 years
Fri, 27 Dec 2013
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I am suspecting abscesses in axillary region in your case. These are nothing but collection of pus and blood due to bacterial infection caused by staphylococcus aureus. Armpits are more prone to infection if personal hygiene is not maintained. These regions are moist and facilitate growth of organisms. Abscesses can occur again and again if not drained completely and if appropriate therapy is not taken. I suggest you get the swelling drained completely by a GP nearby you and take a full course of antibiotics to prevent recurrence. Please maintain personal hygiene and keep your armpits clean and dry. Thanks.
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What Is The Reason For Recurrent Swollen Lymph Node Under Arm That Leaks?

Hi, Welcome to HCM. I am suspecting abscesses in axillary region in your case. These are nothing but collection of pus and blood due to bacterial infection caused by staphylococcus aureus. Armpits are more prone to infection if personal hygiene is not maintained. These regions are moist and facilitate growth of organisms. Abscesses can occur again and again if not drained completely and if appropriate therapy is not taken. I suggest you get the swelling drained completely by a GP nearby you and take a full course of antibiotics to prevent recurrence. Please maintain personal hygiene and keep your armpits clean and dry. Thanks.