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Isotretinoin

May 25
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The recurring pus-filled bump in your armpit that comes and goes does sound consistent with HS. These bumps form when hair follicles become blocked and inflamed, and they can drain and return to the same spot over time.

The burning, heat, and shaking in your leg are more concerning symptoms that need medical attention Show Full Answer

The recurring pus-filled bump in your armpit that comes and goes does sound consistent with HS. These bumps form when hair follicles become blocked and inflamed, and they can drain and return to the same spot over time.

The burning, heat, and shaking in your leg are more concerning symptoms that need medical attention right away. These could be signs of a spreading infection or a serious reaction, and that's not something to wait on. Regarding Isotretinoin (the red pills), it's worth knowing a few things:

- It is sometimes used off-label to help manage HS
- It can have significant side effects, some of which can affect different parts of the body
- Any new or unusual symptoms like burning, heat, or shaking while taking it should be reported to your doctor immediately

Please don't wait on the leg symptoms — contact your doctor or go to urgent care as soon as possible. It's always better to get checked out and be told everything is fine than to leave something serious untreated. 💛

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