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Raised area in armpit feels like ball of tissue, been there since puberty, sensitive around period? should i be worried?

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Axillary breast: The ball of tissue in your armpit- axilla may be breast tissue. Have your doctor examine you to confirm.

Answered 2/11/2017

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