Cameron, MO
A female asked:
I'm having numbness in my right armpit along with a severe burning feeling at times. no redness or skin irritation.
1 doctor answer • 2 doctors weighed in

Dr. Laura Anissiananswered
Internal Medicine 22 years experience
Armpit pain: Keep an eye on the area for any rash developing, or blisters that might be an indication that you have shingles. Otherwise, this could be irritation of a nerve coming from the upper spine. If it continues, see an M.D. for an evaluation.
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