U.S. doctors online nowAsk doctors free
A 28-year-old female asked:

I have a lump in right arm pit and havea bit of trouble breastfeeding on that side, plugged duct, and soreness. could the lump be related?

1 doctor answer • 2 doctors weighed in
Dr. Lisa Rankin
Dr. Lisa Rankinanswered
ADHD and Autism 27 years experience
Yes : A plugged duct can be the trigger for mastitis which is an infectious process. It can start slow but can progress to fever and general symptoms almost like the flu, in addition to breast soreness and redness. The armpit is full of lymph nodes which will swell if there is an infection. Mastitis requires antibiotic treatment. An exam can determine if that is developing and if the two are related.
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
Learn how we can help
5k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
Thank
Dr. Holly Maes
Dr. Holly Maes agrees1 doctor agrees

Related questions

A 25-year-old female asked:
Very small, round lump under areola while breastfeeding. Nipple quite sore, and occasional deep, aching feeling.
1 doctor answer • 3 doctors weighed in
A 23-year-old female asked:
Trying to dry up milk. Not breastfeeding. Developed clogged duct under armpit. How to treat without expressing milk? 10 days post partum.
1 doctor answer • 2 doctors weighed in
A 32-year-old female asked:
6 mos pp & breastfeeding. 3 days mild aches, right breast tender underneath, increased urge incontinence but no pain. Clogged duct/irritated bladder?
1 doctor answer • 3 doctors weighed in
A 30-year-old female asked:
I have a weird lump on my boob, I've been breastfeeding my son for 16 months. It's red with semi-peely skin my breasts are not tender they are not firm they're not hot to the touch, I have had MRSA before .. help, what could it be?
1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in
A 28-year-old female asked:
I have two lumps, on in my armpit and one at the bottom of my left breast. I'm breastfeeding my 3m/o, no mastitis or problems while feeding. ?
1 doctor answer • 2 doctors weighed in
Last updated Aug 3, 2013

Found in:

Female health›Pain

People also asked

Hi doctor, I have a lump at my arm pits , it is not sore , but it is there and very ugly looking. Also I'm breastfeeding, but my nipples are cracking and very sore and around the nipples the skin is dead and peels off.
1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in
Breastfeeding 3 month old. 30 lbs overweight. Felt arm pit side and noticed very glandular tissue, almost like tiny fat lobules on side of armpit into my armpit. Doesn't feel like one lump but rather all kind of soft/lumpy there.Is this fat tissue?
1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in
Feel lumps in breasts close to nipples. Not rock hard, but also not squishy. They seem to move a bit. I'm breastfeeding and dr says it's milk ducts?
1 doctor answer • 2 doctors weighed in
My left breast near my armpit is sore to touch with lumps. No fever, redness or flu symptoms. Is it mastitis? I breastfeed
1 doctor answer • 2 doctors weighed in
Good day. I am a breastfeeding mom & think I have a clogged duct what type of dr should I go to with concerns about my breasts? My breast is also sore and sensitive after feedings.
1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in

Related topics

Connect with a U.S. board-certified doctor by text or video anytime, anywhere.
Talk to a doctor now
24/7 visits - just $44!
50% off with $19/month membership

Disclaimer:

Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.

Get the Free App for Members

Get the Free App for Doctors

HIPAASecure
SOC 2 Type 2Certified
TermsPrivacyCookiesDMCA
Copyright 2023 HealthTap, Inc.