Armpit Lumps Causes, Treatments & More
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10. Prevention
While it seems that most underarm lumps can't be prevented, there are ways to limit the likelihood they develop. Keeping the armpit area clean and dry may help prevent cysts and hidradenitis suppurativa. Avoiding shaving under the arms then applying antiperspirant may help prevent hidradenitis and abscesses.
Cat scratch fever is a common cause of swollen lymph nodes under the arms. It's caused by getting a scratch from a cat anywhere on the body, resulting in infection. Avoiding being scratched is the only prevention.
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