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What Causes Lumps Under The Armpit?

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Posted on Tue, 1 Apr 2014
Question: Hi doctor I just have a quick question I have 3 round balls on my armpit I just wanted to now what could they be they had told me they could be grease balls
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Answered by Dr. Shanthi E (42 minutes later)
Brief Answer: could be lymph nodes Detailed Answer: Hello, These round balls in your armpit could be lymph nodes, also called the axillary lymph nodes. Perhaps, they are enlarged. If they are not painful, and there is no discharge from them, leave them alone, they should disappear soon. If they are painful and there is active discharge, you probably need antibiotics then. Hope your query is answered. Regards,
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What Causes Lumps Under The Armpit?

Brief Answer: could be lymph nodes Detailed Answer: Hello, These round balls in your armpit could be lymph nodes, also called the axillary lymph nodes. Perhaps, they are enlarged. If they are not painful, and there is no discharge from them, leave them alone, they should disappear soon. If they are painful and there is active discharge, you probably need antibiotics then. Hope your query is answered. Regards,