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Painful Lump Under Left Breast And Armpit

A MyBCTeam Member asked a question šŸ’­
Pittsfield, MA

I fell 2 weeks ago outside on ice. I fell on my chest sideways. It was very painful, but those of those areas have healed. I developed a lump a,few,days later under my breast inwitch the armpit that caused swelling around that area. Since then the swelling has gone and pain that I had except the area under the side of the breast that feels like a,lump and pain that feels like,stabbing and burning. This get worse when I lay down. I can't tell if this is a bone or not, because I had a mastectomyā€¦ read more

February 7, 2022
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A MyBCTeam Member

I am so sorry Did your oncologist suggested PET Scan? Or did you get 2nd opinion? Good luck and hope you feel better. Sending my prayers and love.

February 7, 2022
A MyBCTeam Member

Thank you

February 7, 2022
A MyBCTeam Member

I would check with my oncologists, make sure the images taken to rule out any broken bones have been sent to them for review- that may help them decide if any different images need to be scheduled. I hope it is feeling better this evening. Hugs!

February 7, 2022
A MyBCTeam Member

Iā€™m so sorry. Prayers.

February 7, 2022
A MyBCTeam Member

If you have a painful lump under your left breast and armpit, it is important to consult your doctor as soon as possible. Here are some potential causes of lumps based on the knowledge base:

- Breast Cancer Lumps: Typically irregular in shape, firm, and solid. They generally don't move if you press them and can vary in Show Full Answer

If you have a painful lump under your left breast and armpit, it is important to consult your doctor as soon as possible. Here are some potential causes of lumps based on the knowledge base:

- Breast Cancer Lumps: Typically irregular in shape, firm, and solid. They generally don't move if you press them and can vary in size and location.
- Abscesses: Collections of pus that form in tissues, which may feel sore and be accompanied by fever.
- Fat Necrosis: Firm, round, painless lumps resulting from damaged fatty tissues, possibly due to radiation therapy, biopsy, or surgery.
- Scar Tissue: Can form hard lumps, often near surgical sites.
- Hematomas: Pools of blood in the breast caused by injury or surgery.

For more detailed information, you can refer to the resources provided in the knowledge base:
- [Breast Cancer Lumps: What Does One Feel Like?](https://www.mybcteam.com/resources/breast-cance...)
- [Pain and Breast Cancer: Causes and Management](https://www.mybcteam.com/resources/pain-and-bre...)

Always seek professional medical advice for an accurate diagnosis and appropriate treatment.

July 26, 2024

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