When a sweat gland—specifically the found in the armpits—becomes blocked or infected, a lump typically forms. Hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) - NHS
Discovering a lump in your armpit can be scary, but before you panic, did you know that your sweat glands could be the culprit? sweat glands armpit lump
A patient presents with a . The lump may feel firm or "rubbery," is located deep within the skin, and is often tender to touch. In some cases, the patient reports recurrent lumps in the same area over months or years. When a sweat gland—specifically the found in the