Swollen underarm

Hello just come back from the doctors he has referred me about swelling underneath my arm it’s in the crease of my arm really being a big lady I’ve got fat on both sides one is more swollen than the other no obvious lump just swollen obviously putting 2 and 2 together coming up with 10 he said I should get an appointment within 2 weeks he said he could feel something I’m so worried my daughter who is 14 is worried too I’m saying the right things I think best to get it checked had my tears it’s soft when my arm is relaxed but when it’s not feels a bit firmer . Guess I’m after reassurance as I’m worried beyond belief just trying to not be so worried if that makes any sense. Xxx

  • Hello Hopeful14

    I'm sorry to hear that you're waiting on a referral regarding the fullness that you've recently discovered in your armpit. It's understandable that you may be feeling anxious ahead of your appointment. 

    Hopefully when you attend the appointment the team will be able to give you some reassurance on the day but in the meantime, we know how difficult it can be whilst waiting to see someone. Often it can help to talk things through with someone and I wonder if you might find it helpful to talk with one of our nurses. I'm sure they will be happy to listen and offer any advice and support they can. If you'd like to talk with them they're available Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm on 0808 800 4040. 

    Keep in touch Hopeful14 and let us know how you get on. 

    Best wishes, 
    Jenn
    Cancer Chat moderator 

  • This reply is so comforting and even those words Fullness under my arm is such a softer word thank you yes I may try chatting to one if your nurses thank you so much for your reply this is why I’ve given to cancer research for so long xxx