A member asked:

I have had a hard lump under my armpit for about 3 years and i have hidradenitis suppurativa. the lump is small, no pain and has not grown in size.

A doctor has provided 1 answer
Dr. Sheila Calderon answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Show your doctor: When you see your doctor next, show this to her. It may be a good idea to get rid of rather than watch and wait. If it is a benign lipoma it can grow. If it is scar tissue from previous abscesses, she can remove it. If it bothers you or looks unsightly have it removed.

Answered 1/22/2016

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