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Q: swelling in armpit paining while touching - is it a symptom of breast cancer

The swelling is of inch long and .2cm big is present in the armpit for nearly 3-4 days

whenever i touch it pains a lot.

the swelling is quiet hard and rough.

 

can you tell me is this a symptom of breast cancer?

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10/25/08 8:31am

Hi -Sounds like you've got a significant infection going on there. Usually, breast cancer doesn't present itself suddenly and painfully like that under your arm - it's a more gradual, painless process. I think you should go to the doctor and have it looked at and treated; whatever it is needs to be assessed. Good luck - PJH

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