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What Is The Cause Of A Lump In The Armpit?

I have a large painful lump in my right armpit and have also been experiencing dizziness. It started off quite small, but within 2 days it is has doubled in size and is very tender and painful. There is no redness or signs of outer injury. What is it?
Mon, 14 Apr 2014
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Hi! Good evening. I am Dr Shareef answering your query.

The pain and tenderness in the swelling proves that it is an infective swelling, and could be an abscess. If I were your doctor, I would prescribe a broad spectrum antibiotic, and an anti inflammatory drug for symptomatic relief. If it does not subside and becomes bigger and an abscess is diagnosed, then I would advise you to see a surgeon in your area who may consider to incise and drain the abscess under anaesthesia as a definitive treatment.

I hope this information would help you in discussing with your family physician/treating doctor in further management of your problem. Please do not hesitate to ask in case of any further doubts.
Thanks for choosing health care magic to clear doubts on your health problems. Wishing you an early recovery. Dr Shareef.

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What Is The Cause Of A Lump In The Armpit?

Hi! Good evening. I am Dr Shareef answering your query. The pain and tenderness in the swelling proves that it is an infective swelling, and could be an abscess. If I were your doctor, I would prescribe a broad spectrum antibiotic, and an anti inflammatory drug for symptomatic relief. If it does not subside and becomes bigger and an abscess is diagnosed, then I would advise you to see a surgeon in your area who may consider to incise and drain the abscess under anaesthesia as a definitive treatment. I hope this information would help you in discussing with your family physician/treating doctor in further management of your problem. Please do not hesitate to ask in case of any further doubts. Thanks for choosing health care magic to clear doubts on your health problems. Wishing you an early recovery. Dr Shareef.