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Jaxon's mom · 12-26-2006, 12:34 PM

I found something similar to what you are describing many years ago and had it checked out. There is a history of lymphoma in my family so I was very concerned and understand how you are feeling. I actually went to see a specialist to be sure (referred by my GP) - turned out to be nothing - just my own muscle. I would see your regular dr. when you can.

BLowry · 12-26-2006, 03:22 PM

I still say it's an ingrown hair...I have gotten these before...I would use hot compresses on it..I bet you will notice it going down if you do this..

mizzwanned · 12-26-2006, 03:44 PM

I used to have a bump under my right underpit and I went to the doctor and she gave my some antibiotics and it went away. I didn't finish taking the antibiotics so it didn't go away completely and I still have a little bump but the size got smaller, it would get REALLY big sometimes and hurt and I thought it was a razor bump or something but since it got really big I was concerned. She said it was nothing to worry about and that it was called a Lymphno or something like that...I forgot. But she said it's common. I need to go back to get more antibiotics, its the only one I got though, ever.

Connie · 12-26-2006, 04:35 PM

I had a lump in my armpit once and the doctor said he wasn't concerned because it was visible and so easily felt. He said he would be much more concerned if he had to really dig to feel it. He figured mine was an infected follicle or something like that. It went away on it's own. I hope you get good news at the doctor!

jnguyen115 · 12-26-2006, 05:03 PM

I ended up not going to the doctor today bc I had to pick Stanley up from the hospital and I had to wait an hour just to get him. I have to wait until Thursday to go. I know it's definitely not an ingrown hair because I've had them before when I used to shave, they are a lot more painful. This bump is dime sized, I'm thinking it's just a swollen lymph node, but I've had at least 2 more these past few months and I'm never sick...ahh guess we'll wait and see

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Elisandra · 12-27-2006, 10:00 AM

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I ended up not going to the doctor today bc I had to pick Stanley up from the hospital and I had to wait an hour just to get him. I have to wait until Thursday to go. I know it's definitely not an ingrown hair because I've had them before when I used to shave, they are a lot more painful. This bump is dime sized, I'm thinking it's just a swollen lymph node, but I've had at least 2 more these past few months and I'm never sick...ahh guess we'll wait and see

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keep me posted cause i have to go next week too to get a mamogram my doctor reffered me since i had it before he said it does not feel strange but he wants me to be sure so i will let you know how mine turns out too

I Love Bailey · 12-30-2006, 02:00 PM

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I've been getting lumps in my armpits for a few months. They always go away but yesterday I got one that is very big. They are mostly painless but this one I just got kind of hurts, feels sort of bruised. They are definitely underneath my skin. Any medical experts here that might know what it is? Or any other women experience this? I've been calling my doctor all morning but it seems they are not opened yet. I'm getting paranoid and I hope I don't have breast cancer. I am only 19

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I get lumps in my left armpit around the time I ovulate. I would watch it but it should go away in a few days. I had to have a biopsy a few years ago for a lump I had and the Dr. told me in very few rare cases does a lump that is painful turn out to be breast cancer. The best thing to do is start doing regular monthly breast checks, so you will notice if anything is abnormal for you.

JESSY_RN2B · 12-30-2006, 02:05 PM

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Originally Posted by jnguyen115

I ended up not going to the doctor today bc I had to pick Stanley up from the hospital and I had to wait an hour just to get him. I have to wait until Thursday to go. I know it's definitely not an ingrown hair because I've had them before when I used to shave, they are a lot more painful. This bump is dime sized, I'm thinking it's just a swollen lymph node, but I've had at least 2 more these past few months and I'm never sick...ahh guess we'll wait and see

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I'm no expert but I am a nursing student and based on my studies 90% of lumps are benign. Malignant lumps are usually very firm and do not move when you try. I agree, that it might be a lymph node or a pustule. Let us know how it goes and good luck!!

Jess

YorkieRose · 12-30-2006, 02:25 PM

You say they come and go...and this one hurts..then I say a lymph gland inflammation caused by an infection in that area..BUT since I did not get my medical degree, it is always good for the MD to have "look,see"...best wishes

12-26-2006, 12:34 PM	#16
Jaxon's mom Love my handsome boys Donating Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Windham, NH Posts: 1,821	I found something similar to what you are describing many years ago and had it checked out. There is a history of lymphoma in my family so I was very concerned and understand how you are feeling. I actually went to see a specialist to be sure (referred by my GP) - turned out to be nothing - just my own muscle. I would see your regular dr. when you can. __________________ Andrea , Jaxon & Andrew

12-26-2006, 03:22 PM	#17
BLowry My furkids Donating Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Massachusetts Posts: 4,625 Blog Entries: 1	I still say it's an ingrown hair...I have gotten these before...I would use hot compresses on it..I bet you will notice it going down if you do this.. __________________ Brenda

12-26-2006, 04:35 PM	#19
Connie Loved by Maddie & Libby Donating Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: North Dakota Posts: 10,732	I had a lump in my armpit once and the doctor said he wasn't concerned because it was visible and so easily felt. He said he would be much more concerned if he had to really dig to feel it. He figured mine was an infected follicle or something like that. It went away on it's own. I hope you get good news at the doctor! __________________ Custom doggie dresses and vests Memory is a country where I can go to see your face - but where do I go when I miss your embrace?

12-26-2006, 05:03 PM	#20
jnguyen115 Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: May 2006 Location: Garden Grove Posts: 211	I ended up not going to the doctor today bc I had to pick Stanley up from the hospital and I had to wait an hour just to get him. I have to wait until Thursday to go. I know it's definitely not an ingrown hair because I've had them before when I used to shave, they are a lot more painful. This bump is dime sized, I'm thinking it's just a swollen lymph node, but I've had at least 2 more these past few months and I'm never sick...ahh guess we'll wait and see . __________________ *Jeanie & Stanley*

12-30-2006, 02:25 PM	#24
YorkieRose No Longer a Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: South Florida Posts: 8,577	lumps You say they come and go...and this one hurts..then I say a lymph gland inflammation caused by an infection in that area..BUT since I did not get my medical degree, it is always good for the MD to have "look,see"...best wishes

12-26-2006, 03:44 PM	#18
mizzwanned Donating YT 11K Club Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: new york Posts: 14,007 Blog Entries: 2	I used to have a bump under my right underpit and I went to the doctor and she gave my some antibiotics and it went away. I didn't finish taking the antibiotics so it didn't go away completely and I still have a little bump but the size got smaller, it would get REALLY big sometimes and hurt and I thought it was a razor bump or something but since it got really big I was concerned. She said it was nothing to worry about and that it was called a Lymphno or something like that...I forgot. But she said it's common. I need to go back to get more antibiotics, its the only one I got though, ever.