Question 1

i had a fall and landed on my arm, there is a lump. it is a day later and it still aches and throbs with pressure. i also am getting pins and needles?

Accepted Answer

See details: Apply ice to the area. If the pain and especially the numbness persists it needs to be evaluated by a doctor. X rays may be needed to rule out a fracture. Pins and needles indicates irritation of a nerve from the trauma and swelling.

Question 2

i have a lump under my arm?

Accepted Answer

Hidradenitis: This could be a condition called hidradenitis if it looks like an abscess or infection. Another possible cause could be a lymph node. Any lumps that may be abnormally enlarged lymph nodes should always be evaluated. Hidradenitis may be treated with conservative care such as antibiotics, but may also require surgical incision.

Question 3

what might a large lump on my arm be a symptom of?

Accepted Answer

Many things: A bump must be seen and examined in person to be able to give a better idea what it is or isn't. If it's worse, changes, or not improved in the next few weeks, go ahead to a doctur.

Question 4

lump under each arm pit. is it anything to worry about?

Accepted Answer

Depends: It depends on the size & how long they have been there. There are lymph nodes in your arm pits that can swell if you have an infection. Nodes may be swollen even if you do not feel any symptoms because your immune system is fighting the infection without you realizing it. Swollen nodes are usually tender. If hard/painless or are concerned see your dr because it could be something more serious.

Question 5

i found a painless lump under my arm, who should i see about this?

Accepted Answer

PCM: You can start with your primary care provider (family physician). He or she was assess and determine if you need to be referred to a specialist.

Question 6

hard painless lump in arm pit had for 2 1/2 weeks is this serious ?

Accepted Answer

Could be: A number of things from a swollen (infected) sebaceous gland to en enlarged lymph gland from infection/tumor

Get it evaluated ASAP
Hope this helps
Dr Z

Question 7

i squeezed a lump  under my arm  bow i have 4lumps 2that hurts bad?

Accepted Answer

Spreading infection:: time to stop squeezing and get examined and treated. Your infection is spreading into the lymph nodes in your axillary area.

Question 8

what do it mean when you have lumps under your arm? and 16 years old

Accepted Answer

Lymph nodes: (by under arm i am assuming armpit) what you are describing sounds like lymph nodes. they can be swollen due to different reasons - most commonly swells in setting of an infection (viral or bacterial) or a more concerning cause can be indications of lymphoma.  talk with your doctor if it persists.

Question 9

please help! i have a painful lump under my arm for yrs now what is it?

Accepted Answer

Could be: Many possible causes, but unfortunately you will need to see a Dr in person to find out.  Some painful lumps can be cysts, benign or malignant tumors, infections, it's impossible to tell without an exam.  I recommend you make an appointment with a Dr as soon as you can, because the sooner it is diagnosed, the sooner you can start  feeling better!

Question 10

i have a lump thats under my arm pit its hard and hurts ? what can it be

Accepted Answer

Abscess?: There are a few thoughts. First of all how long have you had this?  Change in size?  Well could be a collection of infection or an abscess. Could be a simple cyst. Apply some heat may help and avoid deodorants and shaving. See if the heat helps

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I had a fall and landed on my arm, there is a lump. it is a day later and it still aches and throbs with pressure. i also am getting pins and needles?

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I have a lump under my arm?

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What might a large lump on my arm be a symptom of?

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Lump under each arm pit. is it anything to worry about?

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I found a painless lump under my arm, who should i see about this?

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Hard painless lump in arm pit had for 2 1/2 weeks is this serious ?

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I squeezed a lump under my arm bow i have 4lumps 2that hurts bad?

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What do it mean when you have lumps under your arm? and 16 years old

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Please help! i have a painful lump under my arm for yrs now what is it?

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I have a lump thats under my arm pit its hard and hurts ? what can it be

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