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Armpit lymph nodes seem to swell when i wear a bra, then go down when i don't. is this normal? what could be causing this condition, constriction?
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Congestion.: Increased lymphatic congestion when breast tissue is compressesd while wearing bra.
Answered 7/19/2018
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