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I have pain off and on (little/no swelling) in my left arm pit lymph nodes and extending 4" out toward my nipple. however, i am a 53 yr old male???

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Dr. Olakitan Akinjagunla answered

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Evaluation: Please get seen by a physician as soon as possible .Lymph nodes are specialized structures in the body that filter lymph fluid of harmful pathogens, cancer cells, and cellular waste. Good luck

Answered 3/11/2015

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A member asked:

I have pain off and on (little/no swelling) in my left arm pit lymph nodes and extending 4" out toward my nipple. however, i am a 53 yr old male???

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Olakitan Akinjagunla answered

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