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What Causes Outbreak Of Lumps On The Upper Arm Despite Taking Antibiotics?

About two weeks ago I noticed a lump under my left upper arm (not pit), I went to the doctor and they put me on an antibiotic for 10 days, Eight dats have passed and there are many swollen nodes now. Should I be concerned? I went for a mammogram today.
Tue, 8 Dec 2015
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Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query you have outbreak of lumps on the upper arm despite taking antibiotics . Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like lipoma , allregic reaction , viral infection , fungal infection or bacterial infection . If they are not getting better then they can be due to allergic reaction or can be lipoma . It can also be some kind of benign growth . I would suggest you to consult dermatologist again Doctor may examine physically to check tenderness and consistency . Doctor may also order biopsy , ultrasound or x-ray to confirm the diagnosis . Doctor may prescribe immunosuppressants , anti inflammatory or may recommend surgery or liposuction .

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwar
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What Causes Outbreak Of Lumps On The Upper Arm Despite Taking Antibiotics?

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have outbreak of lumps on the upper arm despite taking antibiotics . Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like lipoma , allregic reaction , viral infection , fungal infection or bacterial infection . If they are not getting better then they can be due to allergic reaction or can be lipoma . It can also be some kind of benign growth . I would suggest you to consult dermatologist again Doctor may examine physically to check tenderness and consistency . Doctor may also order biopsy , ultrasound or x-ray to confirm the diagnosis . Doctor may prescribe immunosuppressants , anti inflammatory or may recommend surgery or liposuction . Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwar