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So sorry to hear you're going through a painful flare-up right now — you're definitely not alone. A myHSteam member once shared, "I'm in a flare-up right now under my armpits. It hurts so much." There are some things that may help ease the pain while you're dealing with this.

Here are some at-home options to try:

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So sorry to hear you're going through a painful flare-up right now — you're definitely not alone. A myHSteam member once shared, "I'm in a flare-up right now under my armpits. It hurts so much." There are some things that may help ease the pain while you're dealing with this.

Here are some at-home options to try:

- Warm compress — Hold one gently against the area to help reduce pain and possibly help drain the wound
- NSAIDs — Over-the-counter pain relievers like ibuprofen can help with inflammation and discomfort
- Keep it cool and dry — Moisture and heat can make things worse
- Loose clothing — Reducing friction against the skin can make a big difference
- Lukewarm water — A myHSteam member found that switching from hot to lukewarm water during flare-ups helped ease symptoms
- Sterile bandaging — Covering the area can reduce friction and irritation If the pain is severe, the flare-up lasts more than two weeks, grows larger, or comes with fever or signs of infection, it's really important to reach out to your doctor. They may be able to prescribe antibiotics, corticosteroids, or other treatments to help get things under control faster.

Hang in there — relief is possible! 💙

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