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It's been here (armpit lump) since october last year. It's medium sized, hard and painless. Its not red and I don't think it's movable.

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Hello there. I can understand your concern. Without examining we cannot know what it is exactly. Get it checked out by a general surgeon in person for further evaluation and management. He will be ...  Read More

Hi I am 38 year old female. I had read that females after a certain age should undergo tests for early detection of cancer. Recently when I was self examining I noticed there is a small lump in my armpit which is painless. Can this lump be cancerous? What could be the cause of this lump?

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I've felt a small( size of a pea) lump in my armpit 2 days back. It caused mild pain and discomfort for the first day but it's totally painless right now. No other major symptom. I read that it was a symptom of cancer. I'm super worried.

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Hi As per your description it was painful to start and u could notice in its small size . Generally they tend to be infected sebaceous cyst or folliculitis. Unlikely to due to cancer. But above thing ...  Read More

Hi, after 10days of postpartum i noticed lumps under both armpit left side i feel 1 and it is visible outside like slightly bump if i press hard it is very very mild pain jus like boils pain lets say ignorble pain... but right side have i noticed two which are not visible outside and painless and only i can feel when i press my armpits raising hand

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There is a bulge in my left armpit which is painless and has been there for some months now. It pains when my periods are going to arrive. I ignored it as it's managable, but concerned that it should not be anything serious. What should I do?

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Needs to be examined Get an ultrasound done ...  Read More

Hi, I have a soft lump in my right armpit. It appeared after I started breastfeeding. I have stopped breastfeeding since 7 months but still a small lump is there. Please let me know if I should be concerned about it? Is there anything I can do to get rid of it? Attached are the pics of it when it appeared first and now.

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they may be milk nodules..better to get ultrasound scan for confirmation ...  Read More

There is a painless lump under my armpit. I found it couple of months ago. Is this something to worry? What kind of test and consultations i should be taking?

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Yes need to get it evaluated. Thanks ...  Read More

I have painless tiny movable lump under armpit since a month. Is it something I need to worry about?

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Painless lump under armpit since two days. How many days should I wait before check up? Whom to consult for the same?

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What is size ...  Read More

I have got a big lump around the armpit and it is painless and tender no head what should I do is it an infection or anything else ?

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Need few more details for proper understanding of your issue. You can consult with me online on Practo or whatsapp on eight three one eight four six nine eight eight six for proper diagnosis, conclusi ...  Read More

Question: I developed a pea-sized lump in my right armpit on Thursday. It feels deep under the skin, is hard, fixed, and tender. The skin over it is intact with no redness, pus, or drainage, and the swelling has remained about the same size. I started my period today and I usually get mild breast tenderness before my periods, but this is the firs

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It could be folliculitis or sebaceous cyst...needs physical examination...kindly consult a surgeon ...  Read More

I developed a pea-sized lump in my right armpit on Thursday. It feels deep under the skin, is hard, fixed, and tender. The skin over it is intact with no redness, pus, or drainage, and the swelling has remained about the same size. I started my period today and I usually get mild breast tenderness before my periods, but this is the first time I’ve

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Reactive lymphnode? In first instant Second breast tenderness. Tab Augmentine duo625 three times a day after food for 7 days. Tab zerodol sp three times a day after food for five days. Monte ...  Read More

Hi doctor, I've been experiencing lump kind of thing in armpits is it a concern ? How to treat that ? It persist and grows after gym! Would be a great help if u provide suggestions!

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Detailed medical history needs to be assessed before starting you on your personalised treatment plan Kindly share a clear picture in good lighting of affected areas ...  Read More

Hello Doctor, I have had this lump in my right armpit for the last 1.5 years. How often should I follow up on it? Also, for monitoring this condition, should I undergo a breast ultrasound or a mammography as part of the check-up? Both report attached.

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This is not breast related Follow up with general surgeon ...  Read More

There is a lump in her breast which was earlier painless but now it is very painful for about ten days. Please suggest the next move or to whom should we consult.

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You need to go for a HRUSG of swelling breast plus guided FNAC to know the cause and diagnosis. ...  Read More

Hii I have an armpit lump in both my armpit for more than 10 years, the left armpit lump is smaller than right armpit lump, i have done the sonography and the results are excessive accumulation of adipose tissue. No enlarged lymph nodes in axillary region. Can only medicine help for that. Or do I need to go for surgery , if I have to go for surge

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Try to work out and do shoulder exercises as well as chest exercise..it will eventually get better after few months as you will loose weight and your muscles will tone up.. ...  Read More

I have small lump in my right armpit since 1.5 years. Did 2 times usg breast usg. Is there anything to worry about this in the future. Both Reports shared.please guide.

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Go for mammography. Kindly consult with me on 94 two six eight six 78 nine six. ...  Read More

3 painful lumps in right armpit. They are very hard and little red whenever I raise my hand or move I feel so much pain . No fever no medical history. Photo is attached . It's been from last 6 days . Suggest please

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

Hello, I'm female 22. Recently, I noticed a painless lump on my left submandibular gland. I do not have any history of drinking, smoking, alcohol, etc. On December 5, while checking my gums from the recent tooth extraction, I noticed a painless and immovable lump on my left submandibular gland. I wasn't able to feel that lump until that day. At fir

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Get a USG done to know if its a glandular swelling or a enlarged lymphnodes Treatment varies accordingly ...  Read More

I have an lump red in color on skin folds. When wiping it's outer covering ruptured & 2 tiny drops of blood is there. There is no pain only itching is there. Attaching image of it. I am concerned what It can be.

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History of hard stool or constipation? Is it there everytime? ...  Read More

Hi! Having a small round lump in my right armpit since 1 year constantly. Painless and almost same size. I did breast usg in March. Report is normal. But still it is thr and not going. What should to do! Need to concern or let it go ?

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Get sonography of that local area ...  Read More

Have had a lump on my private part, between the penis and scrotum, for many years. It is painless but has been increasing in size year by year. I don't know exactly what it is How to cure that What i have to do now?

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Nothing to worry about it. You have to get it removed. ...  Read More

Lump in left armpit noticed a few days back. Pain also noticed today. It was a small pimple not it feels like a lump Pls advise

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From 2 months , suddenly I noticed a swelling in one of my armpit, it's kinda round, it's painless but when I press it too hard kinda pains slightly.. what can This be? Is it normal? Like a fat??

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Thank you for sharing your concern. A swelling in the armpit that is persisting for 2 months needs medical evaluation. Based on your description, possibilities include: Differentials: • Enlarged lym ...  Read More

My mother has lumps in armpit, redness and rashes from a month, gradually redness and rashes have reduced but the lump is consistent with swelling and a bit itching.

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Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management ...  Read More

I got an armpit lump 3 weeks back after having a flu which was very painful and with swelling.I used to feel pain when i move my hand also.But after 3 4 days it started to reduce in size and pain is completely gone and no swelling.Its been 3 weeks now and there is no pain or something but i can feel little bit of that lymph node when i touch .Its n

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No need to worry. Get a physical examination done by a surgeon ...  Read More

Hello doctors , I have a small painless blackish/ bluish lump on my lower lip for the past 3 months recently the size grew slightly . There is no ulceration or bleeding , pls help , thanks in advance.

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Hello There’s nothing to worry it looks normal ...  Read More

I suddenly had a painful armpit lump in my right armpit 4 days ago.Which was very painful and small.Now the pain reduced so much and only paining little bit when i touch the lump but its there and its firm to touch.Its feel medium bean shape.Is it concerning or normal?Should i wait few more days ?

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There is a lump in my left arm from the last week which seems to have grown in size. In the beginning, it used to hurt, but for the past 2–3 days, there hasn’t been any pain. However, the lump is still there, feels hard when touched, and doesn’t move. Can you tell me what I should do about it?

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Please consult dermatologist to rule out abscess. ...  Read More

I feel a small painless movable bump or can say lump Under skin which only noticed by finger touch not seen through eye , no other symptoms move when press can you tell me its something serious.

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

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