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What Causes Growth Of Painful Lump Under The Armpit During Periods?

I m on my period and I have a small noticeable painful lump under my armpit? Ive had one before but I m not sure if I was on my period then, but it just went away so it didn t concern me. Is this duentry to my hormones? Or do I need to get it checked out? Kelly.
Wed, 23 Jan 2019
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Hello,

It is quite common and is due to cyclical hormonal changes during periods. As a first line management you can take drugs like mefenemic acid for pain relief.

Hope I have answered your queries. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Take care

Regards,
Dr Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
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What Causes Growth Of Painful Lump Under The Armpit During Periods?

Hello, It is quite common and is due to cyclical hormonal changes during periods. As a first line management you can take drugs like mefenemic acid for pain relief. Hope I have answered your queries. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician