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I have a pea sized lump in the armpit area. it is painless and immovable. could this be a sign of cancer?

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Dr. Jennifer Haley answered

Must see it!: I would love to be able to reassure you but this requires evaluation by your doctor as my initial thoughts could be a cyst, an abscess, a hair follicle granuloma, or an enlarged lymph node which may indicate an underlying concerning condition. Please get it checked if it lasts > one month.

Dr Rosen and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 3/28/2015

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Dr. Chakshu Gupta answered

Concerning: It is certainly concerning for being cancer. Please consult your doctor who can order appropriate tests and biopsy.

Answered 3/6/2012

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A member asked:

I have a pea sized lump in the armpit area. it is painless and immovable. could this be a sign of cancer?

5 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Jennifer Haley answered

Dr Rosen and 2 doctors agreed

Dr. Chakshu Gupta answered

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