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What's the difference between a boil and a cyst?

Boils are painful, pus-filled, and are caused by infections like Staphylococcus aureus. Cysts are painless, non-infectious ...
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5 ingredients in deodorants that cause boils in your armpit

The daily use of deodorants, while essential for many, can sometimes lead to unexpected skin complications. Medical professionals increasingly report cases of armpit boils linked to specific deodorant ...
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Cause of armpit boil and how to prevent it from coming back

That tender, angry bump in your armpit started as a tiny annoyance. Now it’s a throbbing, painful mess that makes putting on deodorant feel like torture. If you’ve dealt with armpit boils, you know ...
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What Can Cause Pain in Your Breast and Armpit?

There are several causes of pain in the breast and armpit. Some of the most common causes include hormonal changes, an ill-fitting bra, or a muscle strain. Share on Pinterest Yauheni Rak/Getty Images ...
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16 possible reasons why your armpit is hurting

Medically reviewed by Theresa Marko, PT, DPT, MS Key Takeaways Armpit pain can come from injuries, infections, or swollen lymph nodes.  To diagnose armpit pain, doctors may use lab tests, physical ...