Question 1

small movable lump in armpit that dr says has gone down in size. but i've had it for 3 months. should i worry? she says she's not worried.

Accepted Answer

Lymphadenopathy: The doctor examining you is in the best position to make these decisions. Lymph nodes enlarge when they are doing what they are there for, fighting inflammation, and have some characteristics that can only be assessed by examining them. That is what your doctor is trained to do and she should be listened to. Best wishes.

Question 2

small lump in armpit that moves position when i put my arm up or down. dr says swollen lymph node and don't worry, but it's been there for 3 months?

Accepted Answer

Your doctor's right: Almost certainly. Leave it alone. I'm going to assume it's freely movable and not fixed to surrounding structures. Many people your age have these. If it's anything nasty, it would have declared itself. I trust you do not have a dominant breast lump or obvious illness that you're ignoring.

Question 3

27 yrs female, having small lump in armpit for two days. it pains & can't stretch my hand.wat it couldbe & anything serious? is there any home remedy?

Accepted Answer

Folliculitis: Most likely it is an infected hair follicle that forms a little  abscess. Warm moist heat may help but most likely it will need to be seen by a doctor and possibly drained and treated with an antibiotic as well. Good health.

Question 4

24 year old female. discomfort in left breast. movable and slightly painful lump on left side. had small lump in armpit that hurt and moved around. after two weaks, lump in armpit spread vertically, and has a thin painful hard line that goes to elbow?

Accepted Answer

Probably: an infected lymph node in the axilla, lymphadentis, you need to see your doctor for assessment, or a surgeon, you may very well need antibiotics, meanwhile, use some warm compresses, rest and pain killers till seen, all the best

Question 5

woke up with sudden armpit lump.very small beneath skin.pain to touch.no redness.a bit raised skin.i scratched abit.no family history of cancer.cause?

Accepted Answer

Folliculitis: This sound like it could be inflammation of hair follicle or other small irritation. Watch it and if still present after month or one menstrual cycle have it looked at. Sounds benign at this juncture but hard to say for certain without examining it.

Question 6

i have a painful armpit lump?

Accepted Answer

Possibilities: There are a number of glandular structures in that area along with lymph nodes.The glands that support sweating &amp; odor production can become infected. The lymph glands in that area service the skin &amp; structures of that arm and shoulder. These can enlarge with local skin irritation, infections or other issues. An exam is likely needed to sort this out.

Question 7

how to treat armpit lump?

Accepted Answer

Get medical checkup: Armpit lumps can be due to infection or due to cancer. So be sure to get yourself a medical examination by a reliable physician who can help you to diagnose and treat this problem soon.

Question 8

painful lump in armpit, present for few weeks now. has improved but not gone away. ?

Accepted Answer

Doctor can examine: Lumps in the armpit skin of a young adult can be due to ingrown hairs or blocked oil (sebaceous) glands. Occasionally, they are blocked pores, filling up with dead skin cells. If a lump hurts, it may be infected and would need antibiotics or need to be cut open by a doctor, depending on how it looks. Lumps deeper in the armpit may be enlarged lymph nodes, which can be infection or rarely cancer.

Question 9

pea sized lump in armpit. how do i remove this?

Accepted Answer

Surgical excision: Most small lumps in the armpit, particularly if superficial, are sebaceous cysts due to a damaged hair follicle. Unless they become large and bothersome, most sebaceous cysts can be left alone. The most important thing is to have the lump examined by a qualified health care professional to make sure that it is indeed most likely a sebaceous cyst and not something of more concern.

Question 10

i've had a armpit lump for 4+ years. it gets bigger then when i change diet it gets smaller. been itching alittle. do i have lymphoma? been worried.

Accepted Answer

Lymphoma unlikely: It is not feasible to say what it is, without examining you. However, if it has been there for 4 years and no other lumps have appeared, it is highly unlikely to be lymphoma. You should consult a doctor any way.

Get Virtual Care

For Businesses

About Us

HealthTap Online Primary Care Doctors Accepting New Patients

Doctor answers about:

Lump in armpit that gets bigger and smaller

A member asked:

Small movable lump in armpit that dr says has gone down in size. but i've had it for 3 months. should i worry? she says she's not worried.

A member asked:

Small lump in armpit that moves position when i put my arm up or down. dr says swollen lymph node and don't worry, but it's been there for 3 months?

A member asked:

27 yrs female, having small lump in armpit for two days. it pains & can't stretch my hand.wat it couldbe & anything serious? is there any home remedy?

A member asked:

24 year old female. discomfort in left breast. movable and slightly painful lump on left side. had small lump in armpit that hurt and moved around. after two weaks, lump in armpit spread vertically, and has a thin painful hard line that goes to elbow?

A member asked:

Woke up with sudden armpit lump.very small beneath skin.pain to touch.no redness.a bit raised skin.i scratched abit.no family history of cancer.cause?

A member asked:

I have a painful armpit lump?

A member asked:

How to treat armpit lump?

A member asked:

Painful lump in armpit, present for few weeks now. has improved but not gone away. ?

A member asked:

Pea sized lump in armpit. how do i remove this?

A member asked:

I've had a armpit lump for 4+ years. it gets bigger then when i change diet it gets smaller. been itching alittle. do i have lymphoma? been worried.

HealthTap Online Primary Care Doctors Accepting New Patients

Telemedicine

Primary Care

Manage Your Conditions

Women's Health

Children's Health

Men's Health

Senior Health

Wellness, Prevention & Lifestyle

Sexual Health

Mental & Behavioral Health

Travel Medicine

Urgent Care

Didn't find what you're looking for?

More of what we treat

Allergies

Antibiotics

Asthma

High Blood Pressure

Prescriptions

Type 2 Diabetes

For Businesses

Company

Health Content

Join Us

Download HealthTap

Questions?