lump under armpit

[krcook]

Yesterday I found a lump under my armpit. It is tender to the touch, and is about the size of a pea - seems to be kind of hard.  I have no history of cancer in my family (except skin), but I have had to have a LEEP procedure done due to Displacia on my cervi, about 8 years ago.  I am 28, and 4 months pregnant, so I have been going to gyncecologist every month due to pregnancy, and PAP turns out fine.  Should I be concerned?  I have an appointment in 2 weeks, but am afraid to wait that long.  Please advise!!  

[SimplyStar]

this is the ovarian cancer forum  if you have concerns about breast cancer  why not try that forum, those ladies will be more able to help you.  Good Luck

[Shashi11962]

Hi, have you had an infection recently?  Sinus, tooth, headcold, etc?  Usually painful lumps indicate infections, not cancer.  

Good luck and hugs,

Lisa

[PPhelps]

I had that at the beginning of the year. It was from a virus that I'd gotten from my daughters (there good at that). The lump stayed there about three weeks, but mine wasn't sore to the touch. I watched it until it went away, because I do have breast cancer in the family. It does kinda get you scared when you find these things, but remain calm, and ask the doctor at your next appointment.