Advice - aches in armpit and neck after drinking alcohol

Hi, so I did doctor google I know I shouldn't but just wanted a bit of information. After drinking alchol I get aches under my armpit and in my neck. The first thing that came up is lymphoma?? Do I need to be concerned. The past 2 days my left arm has been aching and has increased since I've had alcohol 

  • I'm sorry to hear about the pain you've been experiencing after drinking and for the worry this is understandably causing.

    If the pain doesn't improve or continues to get worse then it may be worth seeing your GP as they'll be able to investigate and let you know if this is any cause for concern.

    Hopefully it won't be, but it's always good to be cautious with any unusual or persisting symptoms.

    I'm sure some of our members will offer their thoughts and advice to you soon as well but in the meantime, we're thinking of you Molly and will have our fingers crossed everything will be o.k.

    Kind regards,

    Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator

  • Thanks for ur response, I don't have the pain any other time aside from after drinking alcohol, should I still be concerned?

  • Hello molly456, 

    I think it would not do any harm to mention it to your GP if you are a bit worried about it just to put your mind at ease and get a definite answer as to what might be causing this. 

    Best wishes, 

    Lucie, Cancer Chat Moderator