Swollen lymph nodes can also be a side effect of certain drug classes that treat bacterial infection—such as Cephalosporins, Penicillins, and Sulfonamides. Swelling in the armpit can sometimes ...

Cysts (fluid-filled tissue pockets), infections, and swollen lymph nodes commonly cause armpit lumps. Finding a lump in your armpit can be worrisome, especially if it hurts or appears unexpectedly.

Lymphatic drainage massage can be the best thing your body needs, especially if you have a sedentary job. It improves ...

A five-factor risk model effectively predicted 2-year lymphedema-free survival among a cohort of patients with breast cancer, ...

Pain under the left armpit may result from muscle damage or swollen lymph nodes due to an infection. However, it can also indicate a more serious problem, such as cancer or angina. The armpit is a ...

There are lots of lymph nodes in your body. But they can be felt easiest in your groin, armpit and neck. If the cancer has spread to your lymph nodes they can feel hard or swollen. Swollen lymph nodes ...

When breast cancer spreads, it usually reaches the lymph nodes under the arm first. These are called axillary lymph nodes. Doctors run tests to see if a patient’s cancer has reached these lymph nodes.

A new bimodal model using CEUS images improves early detection of lymph node metastasis in breast cancer patients.

During your surgery, they may also take out 1 or more lymph nodes from your armpit. We’re experts in diagnosing and treating breast cancer. MSK offers access to the latest research and treatment ...