Question 1

my sister has a lump in the right breast near the armpit. she's afraid to get a test for she may found out worse things. shes 24. possible ca?

Accepted Answer

See doctor: The incidence of advanced breast cancer among younger women, ages 25 to 39, may have increased slightly over the last three decades.Breast cancer in younger women may be aggressive.Many younger women who have breast cancer ignore the warning signs -- such as a breast lump.Lump certainly could be  benign but should consult physician for examination and possible imaging.

Question 2

lump on right breast. it is on breast but near armpit. it seems to get larger and more painful near and on my period. should i be concerned?

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: Before getting concerned allow your doc to examine and comment on what needs to be done based on findings. Majority of such findings are benign, sharing with your doc will give you peace of mind.

Question 3

sharp pain in right breast near armpit. pain runs down arm. takes my breath away. feel weak and tired afterward. pain comes and goes. should i be seen?

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: Yes. It is not feasible to provide a meaningful opinion without additional history, physical examination and may be some tests. It would be prudent to see a doctor. Wish you good health!

Question 4

i have sudden, sharp, burning pain in my right breast near my armpit. i feel no lumps/bruises/injuries. what could cause this? it is constant pain.

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Evaluate: Hard to say. Could be many causes including the breast (eg breast cancer, infection, etc), chest wall, lungs, or heart. Get a physician evaluation with a history, physical exam, and whatever testing is needed.

Question 5

having pain right breast near armpit and under breast. am 55 and not sure if it's sore muscle in chest wall or something else. no period in 8 yrs.

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See doctor: Pain in that area at your age should definitely be investigated.  Likely it's nothing, but you wouldn't want to miss a cyst or possible tumor in the area.  Be safe.

Question 6

29 years old, right breast near armpit feels bruised. been like it for about a year. recently had sore nipples dr put me on antibiotics that helped.

Accepted Answer

Do you have a lump?: Be sure you get checked for a lump or mass in the breast.  Likely ultrasound would be the first step at your age.  This also could be an infection or growth in lymph glands under your arm.  Be sure your doctor checks you for this also.  Good luck!

Question 7

chest tightness 2 days ago.normal ecg,xray,blood test.now there is on/off sudden sharp pain above right breast n below armpit n back,last a few sec.

Accepted Answer

Rest: A full medical history and exam is needed but if your EKG and clinical work up is negative and the pain is outside the nipple line it is unlikely to be cardiac especially at your age so try to relax. Get a full exam and rest your shoulder. Good luck.

Question 8

severe pain (above right breast by armpit, going through shoulder to back) when breathe or move. no relief from ibuprofen, heat, or topical analgesic?

Accepted Answer

Pleuritic pain: It means 2 possible reason:
1- inflammation of outer lining of lung.
2- chest wall or muscular pain.
Go to urgent care and check a d-dimer today.

Question 9

i am 2 mos late from period, i have really sore right breast near armpit, cramps, nausea, neg pregnant tests. if i'm not pregnant what could this be?

Accepted Answer

Hormone imbalance: It sounds as if you likely have a hormone imbalance.  Estrogen and Progesterone have to work in the correct ratio to each other in order to have a normal cycle. If you have a sore breast near your armpit, i recommend you see a doctor for an exam and history, in this way he/she can examine the breast and help you to understand why you may be missing your cycle.  Best luck, .

Question 10

pain in left armpit and breast. what could this be?

Accepted Answer

Physician  Review: Painful nodes in the breast may or may not be significant. Any palpable nodule in the breast should be reviewed by a physician who is experienced in breast review; surgeon, OB gyn, pcp. The provider should have access to high resolution ultrasound for an in depth review of the palpable area. Treatment options range from conservative observation to surgical excision, biopsy. Seek physician review.

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My sister has a lump in the right breast near the armpit. she's afraid to get a test for she may found out worse things. shes 24. possible ca?

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Lump on right breast. it is on breast but near armpit. it seems to get larger and more painful near and on my period. should i be concerned?

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Sharp pain in right breast near armpit. pain runs down arm. takes my breath away. feel weak and tired afterward. pain comes and goes. should i be seen?

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I have sudden, sharp, burning pain in my right breast near my armpit. i feel no lumps/bruises/injuries. what could cause this? it is constant pain.

A member asked:

Having pain right breast near armpit and under breast. am 55 and not sure if it's sore muscle in chest wall or something else. no period in 8 yrs.

A member asked:

29 years old, right breast near armpit feels bruised. been like it for about a year. recently had sore nipples dr put me on antibiotics that helped.

A member asked:

Chest tightness 2 days ago.normal ecg,xray,blood test.now there is on/off sudden sharp pain above right breast n below armpit n back,last a few sec.

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Severe pain (above right breast by armpit, going through shoulder to back) when breathe or move. no relief from ibuprofen, heat, or topical analgesic?

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I am 2 mos late from period, i have really sore right breast near armpit, cramps, nausea, neg pregnant tests. if i'm not pregnant what could this be?

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Pain in left armpit and breast. what could this be?

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