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Suggest Treatment For Movable Lumps On Left Armpit
Question: I have a small oblong movable lump in my left armpit, i have a similar one in my right armpit in same spot but it is slightly smaller. I have been to see my doctor several times over the course of 6 months but each time she tells me everything is fine and nothing she feels worries her at all.
Brief Answer:
could be enlarged axillary tail
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Welcome to HealthcareMagic .
The swelling may be due to enlarged axillary tail of breast. Usually these can be pressed completely . They will be soft . Usually both sides are affected. This is not a dangerous condition and don't require any treatment.
If the swelling is hard and couldn't be pressed completely then the possibility may lymph node or lipoma or cyst.but these usually occur on one side. Fnac is needed for confirm diagnosis . You may discuss with your doctor.
Hope I have answered your query . If any further queries are there I would love to help.
Regards
Dr.Deepika Patil
could be enlarged axillary tail
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Welcome to HealthcareMagic .
The swelling may be due to enlarged axillary tail of breast. Usually these can be pressed completely . They will be soft . Usually both sides are affected. This is not a dangerous condition and don't require any treatment.
If the swelling is hard and couldn't be pressed completely then the possibility may lymph node or lipoma or cyst.but these usually occur on one side. Fnac is needed for confirm diagnosis . You may discuss with your doctor.
Hope I have answered your query . If any further queries are there I would love to help.
Regards
Dr.Deepika Patil
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