Question 1

i have had sore n swollen glands under both my armpits for a week. what could this mean?

Accepted Answer

Infection: This suggests infection - either localized "boils" in the underarms from shaving and/or ingrown hairs; or a symptom of a larger, systemic infection somewhere in the shoulder/breast region, or a generalized infection. Any other swollen nodes? Any fevers, rashes?   If still present in a week, this should be checked out by your doctor.

Question 2

what does it mean if a person has multiple swollen glands under an arm?

Accepted Answer

Couple possibilities: Axillary lymphadenopathy , lymphadenitis,  follicular cysts, sebaceous cysts, sebaceous adenitis,  sweat gland cysts or tumors, or  lipomas.  A primary care doctor can examine and determine the type of swollen "glands" and due tests to determine the cause.  Typically axillary lymph node swellings (adenopathy or adenitis) are due to infections or cancer.

Question 3

my sister has swollen glands under armpit, neck, breasts, arm and back.  some of them are sore but others not. what can it be?

Accepted Answer

Need to see MD now: Swollen glands are lymph nodes that have captured something that the body is fighting, either cancer cells or infection. You sister needs to see a MD now.

Question 4

how to treat swollen glands under both armpits?

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Need to first make d: First you need to have your doctor make the diagnosis of what is the cause of enlarged nodes. This will need further testing. The treatment will be guided by the diagnosis. So get a full check up done by a specialist.

Question 5

please please help me! swollen glands in neck and armpit plus other symptoms. am worried?

Accepted Answer

Go to your doctor fo: A medical examination is necessary unless you have had a viral head cold or sore throat recently, which can cause the neck nodes to swell up. But if your armpit nodes are swollen and are painless then you must see a doctor soon to find out the cause. Also examine your breast for any lumps and make sure that you do not have any lump/ growth in your breast.

Question 6

i have swollen glands in my armpits. they come and go and is quite sore. is it something to worry about. should i see a doctor?

Accepted Answer

Yes: It might be an infection. You must see a doctor since it has been happening for a while.

Question 7

i have swollen glands in groin and rash to armpits groin and buttocks. this all appeared within a few hours two nights ago and hasn't changed.

Accepted Answer

See your doctor: A doctor would need to see the rash in order to diagnose it.

Question 8

i have swollen glands in both of my armpits right side has been swollen for about 2 months left side didn't start until yesterday any idea?  lower back pain and don't chest pain as well

Accepted Answer

Get checked: Swollen glands can mean multiple things from infection to malignancy Its bothersome that its both sides now and you are having other symptoms. See you doctor tell them your complete history and make sure this gets worked up

Question 9

since i was about 12, now 36 i get ugly headaches, sporadic swollen glands(armpits), (later also with sore breasts) & always tired. please help.

Accepted Answer

Cannot diagnose: This requires a detailed history (write down all relevant info), and visit to a good family doctor or general internist for a physical exam, possible imaging studies and labs and full diagnostic evaluation. This cannot be solved over the internet and you must see somebody face to face. Good luck.

Question 10

i am a 55 year old male . i have what appears to be a lump under my armpit . gp checked for swollen glands in neck and armpit and saw no swelling . ?

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Confusing: If your GP was not able to palpate a lump, then is it gone??  Did you try and show him/her where it was located?? Anyway, chances are it is a reactive lymph node which should go away within a week.  Suggest seeing your GP again if it is still there after 2 weeks

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What does swollen glands under armpit mean

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I have had sore n swollen glands under both my armpits for a week. what could this mean?

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What does it mean if a person has multiple swollen glands under an arm?

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My sister has swollen glands under armpit, neck, breasts, arm and back. some of them are sore but others not. what can it be?

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How to treat swollen glands under both armpits?

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Please please help me! swollen glands in neck and armpit plus other symptoms. am worried?

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I have swollen glands in my armpits. they come and go and is quite sore. is it something to worry about. should i see a doctor?

A member asked:

I have swollen glands in groin and rash to armpits groin and buttocks. this all appeared within a few hours two nights ago and hasn't changed.

A member asked:

I have swollen glands in both of my armpits right side has been swollen for about 2 months left side didn't start until yesterday any idea? lower back pain and don't chest pain as well

A member asked:

Since i was about 12, now 36 i get ugly headaches, sporadic swollen glands(armpits), (later also with sore breasts) & always tired. please help.

A member asked:

I am a 55 year old male . i have what appears to be a lump under my armpit . gp checked for swollen glands in neck and armpit and saw no swelling . ?

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