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Soreness under left arm-breast area
For the last approximately two weeks, I have had some soreness under my left arm, extending under my left breast. I feel no lump under my breast or my under my arm. There is a little numbness down my arm. I worry about breast cancer or something with my lymph nodes extending under my arm. Any suggestions? If I were to go to the doctor, should I go to my general family physician or to my gyn?
Dear Michele R: This could be anything, including a pulled muscle. Since it has been there two weeks and has not gotten better, it may be worth seeing your doctor. You general doctor may have a broader approach. The gyn may be focused specifically on the breast. Either is technically okay.
Thank you for your quick response. I was thinking of a pulled muscle also. It won't hurt to see a doctor. Thanks again.
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