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Hi i'm 18 and i have a pea sized lump under my right armpit its probably something of nothing but could it be anything to be concerned about thanks?

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Dr. Marino Tavarez answered

Armpit lumps: and bumps are usually inflamed small lymph nodes or ingrown hairs causing local swelling or inflammation and/or infection. Any "lump" that persists, grows or simply does not go away (especially in a young person like yourself)should get checked and possibly biopsied.

Dr Juchau agreed

Answered 1/28/2015

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A member asked:

Hi i'm 18 and i have a pea sized lump under my right armpit its probably something of nothing but could it be anything to be concerned about thanks?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Marino Tavarez answered

Dr Juchau agreed

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