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  2. Axillary lymph nodes - Wikipedia

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    The axillary lymph nodes or armpit lymph nodes are lymph nodes in the human armpit. Between 20 and 49 in number, they drain lymph vessels from the lateral quadrants of the breast, the superficial lymph vessels from thin walls of the chest and the abdomen above the level of the navel, and the vessels from the upper limb. They are divided in ...

  3. 8 pictures to help you determine if a breast lump is cause ...

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    Pictures of breast cancer lumps and knowing the other warning signs can help you decide. ... your examination includes the area around your armpit and the sides of your breasts — you'll be more ...

  4. Lipoma - Wikipedia

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    They usually occur just under the skin, but occasionally may be deeper. [1] Most are less than 5 cm (2.0 in) in size. [2] Common locations include upper back, shoulders, and abdomen. [4] It is possible to have several lipomas. [3] The cause is generally unclear. [1] Risk factors include family history, obesity, and lack of exercise.

  5. Hidradenitis suppurativa - Wikipedia

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    A case of hidradenitis suppurativa Hidradenitis suppurativa can take the form of growths on the skin that are extremely painful and debilitating.. Hidradenitis suppurativa (HS), sometimes known as acne inversa or Verneuil's disease, is a long-term dermatological condition characterized by the occurrence of inflamed and swollen lumps.

  6. 'I Was Diagnosed With Late-Stage Breast Cancer At 28 ... - AOL

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    By my last day of treatment on September 11, the tumor and lymph nodes in my armpits had shrunk significantly. Elizabeth and I had our double mastectomies five days apart. Hers was on October 3.

  7. Familial multiple lipomatosis - Wikipedia

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    [2] [3] Newly formed lipomas frequently present themselves as a bead-like lump under the skin, and become rubbery and movable. [3] They may be seen throughout the body and in some areas more than others, however, it does not make an appearance on the head or shoulders of the individual. [ 2 ]

  8. Fibroma - Wikipedia

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    The soft fibroma (fibroma molle) or fibroma with a shaft (acrochordon, skin tag, fibroma pendulans) consist of many loosely connected cells and less fibroid tissue. [3]It mostly appears at the neck, armpits or groin.

  9. Fibrocystic breast changes - Wikipedia

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    These lumps are smooth with well defined edges, and free-moving regarding adjacent structures. These lumps can sometimes be obscured by irregularities in the breast associated with the condition. They are often found in the upper, outer sections of the breast (nearest to the armpit ), but can be found throughout the breast.