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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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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!
Answered 2/2/2015
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