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Suggest Treatment For Armpit Lump

Hi for a number of years I have had a small lump under my armpit, now and again it gets really big (like a boil) & if I squeeze it pus comes out but it is smelly, I'm not worried about the lump has I've had it a number of years but would really like to know how I can get rid of it.
Tue, 15 Sep 2015
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Hi dear ,

As per your query you have lump in your armpit and now pus discharge starts from it . Well there can be many reasons for armpit lump :

- It could be a lipoma ( fat cell content mass lesion) because long standing and pain less, no significant growth.

- It could be cystic structure, also seen pain less and may remain for longer time.

- It could be a infected lymph node .

I would suggest you to consult general practitioner for proper examination . Doctor may order blood test and ultrasound to confirm the diagnosis . Doctor may also order breast examination in case of female . Doctor may prescribe antibiotics ( amoxicillin ) for at least 10 days along with anti inflammatory drugs . Doctor may also order biopsy .

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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Suggest Treatment For Armpit Lump

Hi dear , As per your query you have lump in your armpit and now pus discharge starts from it . Well there can be many reasons for armpit lump : - It could be a lipoma ( fat cell content mass lesion) because long standing and pain less, no significant growth. - It could be cystic structure, also seen pain less and may remain for longer time. - It could be a infected lymph node . I would suggest you to consult general practitioner for proper examination . Doctor may order blood test and ultrasound to confirm the diagnosis . Doctor may also order breast examination in case of female . Doctor may prescribe antibiotics ( amoxicillin ) for at least 10 days along with anti inflammatory drugs . Doctor may also order biopsy . Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari