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I have a large lumpy feeling lump in my right armpit, had it for 5 years, it started as one tiny pea sized lump and grew to a golf ball size. is it bad?

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Dr. Sewa Legha answered

Get it checked by Do: Any lump larger than 2cm(one inch) requires an examination by your doctor. He/she needs to confirm it with further testing. A biopsy may be indicated if it is suspicious for cancer. Good luck.

Dr Heller agreed

Answered 8/11/2015

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A member asked:

I have a large lumpy feeling lump in my right armpit, had it for 5 years, it started as one tiny pea sized lump and grew to a golf ball size. is it bad?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Sewa Legha answered

Dr Heller agreed

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