Worried about a lump in armpit

I went to the doctor's a few months back in regards to a lump in my armpit. They told me it was not nothing to worry about and wasn't concern. I went back last week and the doctor found a 0.05cm lump.

I went privately to find they have found a 1cm lump in my axilla. They think it is lipoma but I have a scan next week again to see. Is it something I need to be worried about, ? Will they do further test to see what the lump is and if it is lipoma or worse ?

I have been experiencing shoulder pain and to collar bone. Sometimes a tingling sensation down my arm. It can feel like a nerve pain or shooting pain. My shoulder feels like I hit my funny bone in a weird way. It's not constant but it comes and goes. It feels heavy like I've done weights for a week straight. I feel tired all the time and in the nights nothing major but get hot sweats and feel weirdly lightheaded sometimes. It comes and goes.

My lump, it feels like I can feel it and In my way, when my arm touches the side of my chest /belly When I touch it , it's solid but it can move a bit. I'm just very worried and unsure.

I do have a scan , if that helps.

Thanks 

  •  Hi Hakunamatata, 

    A very warm welcome to our forum. 

    You did the right thing by getting this investigated. Hopefully, the scan you have next week will clarify exactly what your lump is. If there is still any uncertainty, further tests can be carried out, to get a definitive answer.

    A lipoma is just a lump of benign fatty tissue that grows under the skin. The cause of these is uncertain, but they are generally harmless and don't usually need treatment unless they cause discomfort or other issues. This would therefore be a good outcome.

    I have had a lipoma on my arm for several years and it doesn't cause me any bother. Try not to consult "Dr Google" until you have the results of your scan. Much of the information is poorly researched, out of date and aimed at the more spectacular outcomes. This won't give you any answers and will only serve to scare you further. I hope that you get your scan soon and that nothing untoward is found.

    Please keep in touch and let us know how you get on. We are always here for you.

    Kind regards,

    Jolamine xx

  • Thank you so much for the reply. I will keep you updated