10 Common Causes of Armpit Pain
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Psoriasis
If axillary pain is accompanied by itching, a burning sensation and red flaky skin, it may be a sign of psoriasis.4‘Psoriasis: Overview.’ ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK279447/ This autoimmune condition affects the skin, causing scaling and discomfort.
In the armpit area, sweat and rubbing from clothing may irritate the skin further. Mild psoriasis may be addressed by using emollients to moisturize the skin or over-the-counter remedies, such as hydrocortisone cream, calamine lotion or salicylic acid. A physician may prescribe medications for more severe cases of psoriasis.
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