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How To Get Rid Of Swollen Lymph Node Under Arm?

I have a swollen lymph node under my right arm....I keep needing to touch it ...its pea sized and sore when I manipulate it....I was told its a swollen lymph node and to keep an eye on it....sometimes it feels like a drag under my arm....advice please

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Fri, 6 Feb 2015
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Seek medical attention if you have an armpit lump that gradually becomes enlarged, is not painful, or does not go away.
Causes of Armpit Lumps
Most lumps are harmless and are usually the result of abnormal tissue growth. However, armpit lumps can be related to a more serious underlying health problem. Any unusual lumps should be evaluated by a doctor.
The most common cause of armpit lumps is bacterial infection caused by shaving.infection in surrounding area.
your doctor would advice to apply anti bacterial cream topically,oral antibiotic,
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How To Get Rid Of Swollen Lymph Node Under Arm?

Seek medical attention if you have an armpit lump that gradually becomes enlarged, is not painful, or does not go away. Causes of Armpit Lumps Most lumps are harmless and are usually the result of abnormal tissue growth. However, armpit lumps can be related to a more serious underlying health problem. Any unusual lumps should be evaluated by a doctor. The most common cause of armpit lumps is bacterial infection caused by shaving.infection in surrounding area. your doctor would advice to apply anti bacterial cream topically,oral antibiotic, feedback,