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I have a lump under my left upper arm and was told it's a cyst it's painful and swollen twice the size of my right upper arm pain going to my shoulder?

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Dr. David Earle answered

See a doctor: You need to get this checked out. I would suggest you start with your primary care provider this week. Hope this helps!

Dr Raff and another doctor agreed

Answered 2/2/2015

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A member asked:

I have a lump under my left upper arm and was told it's a cyst it's painful and swollen twice the size of my right upper arm pain going to my shoulder?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. David Earle answered

Dr Raff and another doctor agreed

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