Swollen gland in armpit?

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I had a left breast mastectomy almost 2 years ago. I have been feeling fatigued and achy for months and today I noticed a lump under my left arm. It’s very soft and appears to be like a swollen gland. Should I be concerned? I had the sentinel nodes removed at the same time as my breast. Has anyone else on here experienced something similar?

thanks

Polar Bear

GRANNY59 over 3 years ago

Hi Polar Bear welcome to the forum. I think this needs viewed by someone like the GP to have a medical eye cast over this and take things form there. Please do not delay, this could be many things but it needs checked out asap. xxx

Grogg over 3 years ago

You need peace of mind so contact your BCN. I went with lump in armpit age 40 and insisted on referral as GP didn't know what it was but thought it was ok. I needed peace of mind and it turned out to be what they called fat pad. They did mammogram and ultrasound to be sure though.

GreyCats over 3 years ago

Glands can become swollen for many reasons, but it's best to have it checked to be sure. At 2 years past mastectomy you are likely still under the care of the breast team, so I would start from there. They will be able to scan it and take a biopsy as needed.

Polar Bear over 3 years ago in reply to GreyCats

Thanks, GreyCats. I’m waiting for a reply from the breast care team. I’m sure they will much my mind at rest. x

Polar Bear

Polar Bear over 3 years ago in reply to GRANNY59

Thanks, Gail. You’re right, I’m going to get it looked at. X

Polar Bear

Polar Bear over 3 years ago in reply to Grogg

Thanks, Carol. I’ve left a message with the breast care team. x

Polar Bear

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