Armpit pain

Hi everyone

Just after some advice really. For about 3 months I have had a swollen feeling in one of my armpits.

I don't think there are any evident lumps but it is definitely swollen and sore it definitely does not feel like muscle pain.

Some times the skin feels a bit burning pain but there is no redness and basically nothing to see apart from it looking a bit swollen.

Within the last few weeks the pain is definitely getting worse and today my hand feels a bit numb almost like if you have had a dead leg and it's coming too if that makes sense?

I work away from home and my doctor is a 4hr drive away so just seeing if anyone has had anything similar?

Thank you.

  • Welcome to the forum Beeble although I'm sorry for the reason you're joining us.

    As you've mentioned your symptoms have got worse, it would probably be best to book an appointment with your GP as they'll be able to give you the answers and peace of mind you're seeking at this time.

    I'm sorry you will need to travel a fair distance to do this, but it's always advisable to get any persistent or unusual symptoms checked out, just to be safe.

    Hopefully some of our members will get back to you soon but in the meantime, we're thinking of you and will have our fingers crossed this isn't any cause for concern.

    Kind regards,

    Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator