Can you get cancer in your armpits?
I recently felt a small, firm lump under my armpit while taking a bath. It's not painful, but it has me worried. Is it possible to get cancer in your armpits?
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5 months ago
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Yes, you can. In my life, I've seen that lumps under the armpit are often just swollen lymph nodes from normal infections, but occasionally they can be serious. It is always wise to get any persistent swelling examined by a doctor.
5 months ago
Please don't ignore any hard lumps in your armpit. I once ignored a small, painless swelling thinking it was just a muscle strain, and it led to severe complications later. Please visit a doctor immediately for a proper scan.
5 months ago
Yes, cancer can develop in the armpit, often starting in the lymph nodes or spreading from breast tissue. If you track your physical health and notice a lump that doesn't go away, log it and get it clinically evaluated.
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5 months ago
Swollen armpit lymph nodes can be due to lymphoma or breast cancer metastasis. I highly recommend visiting a reputed diagnostic hospital and getting an ultrasound or biopsy done as per your doctor's advice.
5 months ago
Yes, armpit lumps can sometimes be a sign of cancer, but often they are just harmless cysts or infections from shaving. If the lump is hard, painless, and growing, please see a gynaecologist or oncologist right away.