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Burning Pain In Breast And Armpit
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I have sudden, sharp, burning pain in my right breast near my armpit. I feel no lumps/bruises/injuries. What could cause this? It is constant pain.

Evaluate: Hard to say. Could be many causes including the breast (eg breast cancer, infection, etc), chest wall, lungs, or heart. Get a physician evaluation with a history, physical exam, and whatever testing is needed. ...Read more
Burning Sensation (Definition)
A burning sensation can be descriptive of nerve pain, some variations of migraine, and even central brain problems after a stroke. Have heard this said associated with phantom limb syndrome, reflex sympatheric dystrophy, and trigeminal neuralgia. Other patients might say ...Read more
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Sharp pain in pelvic left side, very faint + pregnant test before m. Period, brown spotting, sharp burning breast pain, sore armpit/neck lymph?

Go to the Doctor: There is so much here I think most of us would agree that you need to be seen at your gynecologist's office. There is little here we can say to reassure you or explain what is happening. ...Read more
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I feel like a burning sensation underneath my armpit on the side of my left breast?

See doctor: You need to see your doctor for exam could be a few things so get checked ...Read more
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Both my breast are rock hard and crusty one hurts I get a burning pain in my armpit?

Need eval: You need to get an eval, and may need a diagnostic Mammogram (with Ultrasound) to be safe. Best wishes. ...Read more
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I am 46 and I have been having this burning pain in my right armpit and breast and middle of my back what can it be?
Just started?: This is concerning for possible shingles if you are also developing a rash in the area. This condition needs to be treated sooner than later. If you are getting a rash or sores then get to your pcp to get checked out. ...Read more
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I have this burning sensation and prickly feeling under my left armpit and across the top of left breast. What could be wrong?

Hard to tell: This could represent several things, most of which are inocuous. If symptoms persist, see your doctor. ...Read more
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Last night I had sudden sharp, burning pain above my left breast, more in the chest area. It was sensitive to touch. Woke up with it going into armpit?
Evaluation: Check the armpit for redness or swelling, it could be reason for this pain. If no problems there, better to see the doctor for evaluation. ...Read more
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I have a lump in rgt armpit for years I popped it myself and now have 4 more lumps in armpit with on and off burning pain in that area also breast pai?
Infection: Probably staph or strept infection. Will probably have to be opened and drained by your doc. Or antimicrobial? Better check soon to avoid complications. ...Read more
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Burning pain in left shoulderblade, and in back at the bra line. Pain goes to the front under the armpit and below breast. Pain in left chest. IDEAS?
Shingles: Could be shingles, depends on onset, duration, and rash, not enough information. ...Read more
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I have a lump in my rgt armpit that I have had for years I popped it and now there are a few more lumps and a burning pain there with some breast pain?

Apocrine gland: Probably hidradenitis suppurativa http://en. M.Wikipedia. Org/wiki/hidradenitis_suppurativa.
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What could be causing sharp stabbing and burning pain in left rib cage just under my armpit and breast. In unbearable pain or discomfort all the time.

Pain in axilla: If you are having unbearable pain in the left rib cage under the breast, my recommendation is to go to an Urgent care or Emergency department. ...Read more
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Burning pain in breasts, around nipple spanning out to near armpits. Irritating to wear bras. On birth control pills. Help?

Maybe bcps: If there was a recent change in your birth control that would be at the top of my list. Try using another form of bc and then report back to your prescriber. ...Read more
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Constant breast pain like I have a deep bruise or knot deep in my left armpit. Breasts are gen. Lumpy. Int sharp itchy burning pain. Exam in feb ok.?

Could be muscular: Rib pain can mimic breast pain. I see it all of the time. Intercostal rib pain, or costochondriitis can mimic breast pain. Your doctor should be able to distinguish between the 2. ...Read more
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Armpit soreness with burning sensation and itchy down to biceps and near breast with white linear rash due to scratch?
Hard: To diagnose based on description a picture would be helpful ...Read more
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Burning pain in left upper back, shoulderblade, ribs under armpit, breast, and below breast. Some arm pain too. Pain moves and is intermittent. Ideas?

Burning pain:
Have you experienced a rash in that same area? You are describing the pain that one sees with shingles. The pain will follow the path of a nerve affected by the reactivation of the virus that causes Chicken Pox.
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Having shoulder pain in right shoulder only, burning sensation in right breast (inner part), and I have a swollen lymph node under right armpit. Help!

Evaluation needed: Any time there are swollen lymph nodes one should have concern. Could be mastitis, and needs treatment. You need further evaluation by a doctor. ...Read more
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Breast implants with left breast burning pain with lumps or mass surrounding the breast closest to armpit what could it be?
Possible infection: Burning pain with radiation to the axilla suggests that you may have a potential infection to that breast. Whether it is as simple as mastitis (inflammation of the breast itself) or a true implant infection, you really should be seen by a medical profession. In this case, consultation with your plastic surgeon should be your first step. ...Read more
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Burning pain in left shoulderblade. Comes around just below armpit and into left chest/breast. Doc says heart is fine. Muscular?
Burning pain: Possibly. Could also be neurologic. Go see your family doctor. ...Read more
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Intense pain in left breast, feels swollen and heavier than right breast, slightly red and a small bruise forming, burning pain under the armpit.?
Breast pain: This certainly looks inflammatory in nature. Could also be shingles as well. Have it seen. ...Read more
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What would cause burning pain in left shoulderblade, under armpit in left rib cage along bra line, under left breast, and in left side arm near bicep?

Burning pain:
Have you experienced a rash in that same area? You are describing the pain that one sees with shingles. The pain will follow the path of a nerve affected by the reactivation of the virus that causes Chicken Pox.
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What causes a burning sensation in left breast? Mostly to the outside near the armpit. PCP says heart ok. Constant fear of heart issue.

Symptoms: You should work more with your mental health professional (s) on your anxiety problem. Perhaps there is a way to control your symptoms better. ...Read more
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Hey, I have a huge bump on my left armpit which kills me. And I'm having a burning sensation in my left breast. And Also I have a little bruise on the top right of my gum in my mouth?
MD, DDS: See your MD to make sure the lump is safe. After lump assessed, see dentist about gum problem. ...Read more
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Breast pain armpit burning pain radiates to whole hand pain all in the right side lump under armpit help occasional yellow discharge?

Get checked: Breast exam and ultrasound for starters. Consult your GYN to rule out hormonal issues. You may have a breast infection or inflammation-call for an appointment. ...Read more
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What causes an Intermittent burning pain in rib cage below armpit, just below left breast, shoulder blade? Pcp says heart ok. Ekg, stress test, monitor ok
Likely biomechanical: Rib pain or intercostal nerve pain, since all the heart work up was negative. Could also be GI issue. Ask for a referral to a physical therapist for an evaluation. ...Read more
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I been having like a burning sensation underneath my left arm pit and breast I have no lumps I've checked thanks Kelly?

Local irritation: Maybe related to tight garments around the area in combination with increased perspiration. Use some neutral powder to the area for a few days and of course, keep the area clean and free of irritation due to undue perspiration. ...Read more
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I have had a burning sensation on the back of my left arm and the side of my left breast. I have several cysts on both breasts and I'm scared to death?

Get seen: Hard to know if the burning sensation is related to your breast or maybe a cardiac issue. You really need to see a good primary care doctor at the least to get started or a GYN for at least a breast exam. ...Read more
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I have a burning sensation under neath the left shoulder blade under my breast and down through my left arm. At times its difficult to lie on my back?
Possibilities: You might have notalgia paresthetica, but the full description points toward brachial plexus. If your symptoms increase on elevation of your arm, could be thoracic outlet syndrome. If better on raising arm, might be nerve pinching in neck. ...Read more
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I have a burning sensation under neath the left shoulder blade under my breast and down through my left arm. At times it's difficult to lie on my back?

Tough: Its likely musculoskeletal with spasm. Is it worse in the hand the goes up, it may be carpal tunnel but it sounds kind of like an injury. Nerve pain is called radiculopathy and u may need 2 consider getting seen. Clinching or bringing teeth at night is often overlooked and not sleeping well delays healing but you may need 2 get seen. Good luck, try 2 aleve (naproxen) 2 x per day in the meantime ifapplicab. ...Read more
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Found a lump under arm hurts dissaperared but my breast hurt and feel a burning sensation I am 38yrs old can it be cancer?

Non specific: All of the symptoms described are non specific for breast cancer. The lump under your arm is likely lymph node enlargement not related to cancer (especially if it went away) and mastodynia is most likely hormone related. Nonetheless, if there is a family history - your risk could be increased at a younger age. Discuss your fear with your physician and see if early diagnostic testing indicated. ...Read more
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I been having pain and burning sensation in my left breast. The pain is all over my breast and arm? Should I go to ER I made a appt to see my doctor but won't be able to see him till 2 weeks should I go to the er?
If: If you are having a fever you should be seen right away as this might represent an infection. This could also be a breast cyst, these are common causes of sudden increasing breast pain. ...Read more
Axilla (Definition)
Area of human body directly under the joint where the shoulder connects to the arm. It contains axillary vessels, brachial nerve plexus, lymph nodes & vessels, axillary ...Read more
Burning Pain (Definition)
Burning pain is one of the hallmarks of pain due to nerve damage. Any skin condition may also cause burning pain. It is different than sharp stabbing pain ...Read more
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