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What Causes Swelling On The Armpit With History Of TB Lymphadenitis?

I am a 21 yr old female. 3 yrs back I casually noticed a swelling in my armpit when bathing. I was diagnosed with TB lymphadenitis. I had a swelling in my left axilla and underwent a surgery to remove it.I was under medication for 6 months. Now in the same area i can feel another swollen node. its not painful. what is the reason for this?
Mon, 15 Jun 2015
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HI,Dear.Very Good NOON from India.Thanks for your query.I understand your concerns.I studied your query in depth.Need more information to comment on.
-I would advise you not to worry still.In my opinion -the lump after TB lymhnode excision , is of adenitis in the surrounding lymphnode and is due to the recurrence due to in-adequate Anti-TB drug treatment for lymphadenitis which may extend to 18 mths in some cases.
-I would advise -Continuation of TB drugs for-12 mths atleast, to curb the recurrences.
-Consult a Chest /TB-Specialist, who would do the needful.
-Hope this relieves your worry-some query. Wellcome for anymore queries in time to come.Have a Good Day.
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What Causes Swelling On The Armpit With History Of TB Lymphadenitis?

HI,Dear.Very Good NOON from India.Thanks for your query.I understand your concerns.I studied your query in depth.Need more information to comment on. -I would advise you not to worry still.In my opinion -the lump after TB lymhnode excision , is of adenitis in the surrounding lymphnode and is due to the recurrence due to in-adequate Anti-TB drug treatment for lymphadenitis which may extend to 18 mths in some cases. -I would advise -Continuation of TB drugs for-12 mths atleast, to curb the recurrences. -Consult a Chest /TB-Specialist, who would do the needful. -Hope this relieves your worry-some query. Wellcome for anymore queries in time to come.Have a Good Day.