I'm having these really painful lumps under my arms and they're starting to form pus. It's super uncomfortable and only seems to get better when the pus drains out. Could you recommend a cream or maybe an antibiotic that could help with this?

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Dr Shubham Chauhan

General Practitioner

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4+ Yrs

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It sounds like you may be experiencing an infection, possibly an abscess or hidradenitis suppurativa. I recommend seeing a healthcare provider for proper evaluation and treatment. In the meantime, applying warm compresses can help relieve pain, and an antibiotic cream like mupirocin might be helpful if prescribed. If the condition worsens, oral antibiotics may be necessary.

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I was prescribed Halox S solution to use before bed and then shampoo it out the next morning. However, it's just a 30ml bottle, so I'm wondering if I should be diluting the solution or using it differently to make it last longer?

No, continue same treatment as advised by the dermatologist.

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I'm looking for advice on the best minoxidil brand available in India. I've heard about brands like Regaine and Minoqilib. Are these any good, or do you suggest any other brands?

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I've been dealing with hair loss around my crown area for a couple of years now, and it's forming an M-shaped pattern. Being only 20 years old, I'm really concerned and eager to find natural ways to encourage regrowth in that area. Could you recommend some natural remedies that might help restore my hair?

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