Clogged — Sweat Gland Armpit Repack

Maya was confused. “But I’m so clean. I use antiperspirant twice a day!”

“It’s a clogged sweat gland,” Dr. Chen said, after a gentle exam. “Specifically, a condition called hidradenitis suppurativa in its very early, mild stage. Or, simply put, a blocked apocrine gland.” clogged sweat gland armpit

By Friday, the pebble had grown into a grape. The skin over it was red, angry, and so sensitive she couldn’t lower her arm without wincing. Shaving was out of the question. Even her loose t-shirt felt like sandpaper. Maya was confused