Question 1

are swollen lymph nodes in neck a sign of breast cancer?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Usually lymph drains centrally, so suggests throat/sinus/ear infection--unless limited to nodes at base of neck/upper chest, then possible. See dr for exam.

Question 2

dr said i have oral thrush. just started nystatin. my throat feels like there is a lump in it. kind of scared because i have metastatic breast cancer. is the lump feeling normal? no swollen lymph nodes just red throat and lump feeling?

Accepted Answer

: Thrush may occur due to immune disorders. There is treatment available. Discuss Nystatin topical solution with your physician. Discuss vaccines to prevent infection, and a virtual consult with Healthtap is available.

Question 3

would breast cancer lump in male be big before it spreads i have a undiagnosed lump in breast its tiny but i have a swollen lymph node on neck could i have cancer that has spread i also have sore throat & stiff neck and pain when moving head sometime?

Accepted Answer

: Depends on the type and location of the cancer. Not likely to spread to neck nodes.  Most likely they are related to your cold.

Question 4

do chronic swollen lymph nodes in the arm pit most likely mean breast cancer?

Accepted Answer

May need biopsy.....: If the lymph nodes are persistent after seeing your doctor and being evaluated for a possible infection and perhaps being treated with a course of antibiotics, a consultation with a breast cancer surgeon may be needed.  Also, a proper breast exam with your doctor, mammogram and ultrasound should be performed if not already.

Question 5

do long lasting swollen lymph nodes in the armpit most likely mean breast cancer?

Accepted Answer

No: There are many reasons to have swollen lymph nodes.  Some are common problems, like infection other are cancerous.  Breast cancer is not the only cancer to cause lymph node enlargement.  
This can only be answered with an examination by a doctor.

Question 6

swelling of lymph nodes under the arm is a symptom of breast cancer? are the swollen lymph nodes supposed to be pain-free?

Accepted Answer

Can be: Usually a breast mass would be felt by the time breast cancer has spread to enlarged lymph nodes that can be felt under the arm. Usually the lymph nodes are painless. Any physical change you are feeling should be evaluated with a doctor and likely a mammogram. Many things including infections and cancers can cause enlarged lymph nodes.

Question 7

swelling of lymph nodes under the arm is a symptom of breast cancer, are the swollen lymph nodes supposed to be painful or pain-free?

Accepted Answer

Pain due to infectio: Painful lymph nodes are usually inflammatory or infectious.  Cancer lymph nodes usually don't hurt unless they are very large.

Question 8

i have 2 peasize swollen lymph nodes been under armpit for 6 months. no pain/itch. im 24 and not married, would there be a chance for breast cancer?

Accepted Answer

Small chance: It would be a good idea to be evaluated by your family doctor or surgeon.  Most lymphadenopathy in young people is related to reactive benign cause like infection, tattoos, dermatitis, or medications like dilantin.  Breast cancer is rare at your age, but not unheard of especially if there is a family history.  Hodgkin lymphoma is also a consideration in young women.

Question 9

if woman has lymphedema (first time ever) caused by breast cancer (15 yrs ago), can lump on breast be swollen lymph node or is cancer more likely?

Accepted Answer

Not lymph node: There really are no lymph nodes in breast tissue. Bumps in the breast could be from cystic nodule or another breast cancer. I would recommend seeing your doctor to evaluate your axillary lymph nodes with respect to the lymphedema.

Question 10

could a  swollen lymph node be breast cancer?

Accepted Answer

Possibly: A swollen lymph node in the armpit could be from breast cancer but in most patients, it is much more likely to be a benign swelling from a number of other causes.  Regardless, you should have your doctor check it out.

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Are swollen lymph nodes in neck a sign of breast cancer?

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Dr said i have oral thrush. just started nystatin. my throat feels like there is a lump in it. kind of scared because i have metastatic breast cancer. is the lump feeling normal? no swollen lymph nodes just red throat and lump feeling?

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Would breast cancer lump in male be big before it spreads i have a undiagnosed lump in breast its tiny but i have a swollen lymph node on neck could i have cancer that has spread i also have sore throat & stiff neck and pain when moving head sometime?

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Do chronic swollen lymph nodes in the arm pit most likely mean breast cancer?

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Do long lasting swollen lymph nodes in the armpit most likely mean breast cancer?

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Swelling of lymph nodes under the arm is a symptom of breast cancer? are the swollen lymph nodes supposed to be pain-free?

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Swelling of lymph nodes under the arm is a symptom of breast cancer, are the swollen lymph nodes supposed to be painful or pain-free?

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I have 2 peasize swollen lymph nodes been under armpit for 6 months. no pain/itch. im 24 and not married, would there be a chance for breast cancer?

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If woman has lymphedema (first time ever) caused by breast cancer (15 yrs ago), can lump on breast be swollen lymph node or is cancer more likely?

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Could a swollen lymph node be breast cancer?

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