sore armpit possible swollen gland, with seeing a doctor?

I think I first noticed this in august and forgot about it but last night while I was out I felt something was off. It was tender/painful when my clothes rubbed the area. I checked this morning and I think it's just the one swollen lymph node, but it's rock hard to touch. I don't have it on the other side and am wondering if I need to get this checked. I'm otherwise healthy and don't feel unwell at all. 

  • Hi Blackflamingo and welcome to Cancer Chat.

    Swollen glands or lymph nodes are quite a common talking point on the forum so I'm sure some of our members who have been in a similar situation will offer their thoughts and advice to you soon but in the meantime keep an eye on it and if it doesn't go down or gets worse then get in touch with your GP as they'll be able to let you know if this is any cause for concern.

    Kind regards,

    Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator

  • Hi blackflamingo,

    Always worth getting checked! Lymphnodes can swell up for a number of reasons that's not cancer! it might even be hormone related or if you've been ill in the last few months

    Xx