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I have a lump in my arpit it is soft and have had for a few years size seems to be same ckecked and said fat tumor should i be concerned?

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Dr. Ed Friedlander answered

No: Unless it bothers you, leave it alone. These lipomas are common.

Answered 12/5/2013

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A member asked:

I have a lump in my arpit it is soft and have had for a few years size seems to be same ckecked and said fat tumor should i be concerned?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Ed Friedlander answered

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