How to get rid of lump in left armpit?
Patient: DearDr. Krueger,  On Oct 31st, my husband found a lump under his left armpit about the size of half of a tennis ball.  Our primary then referred us to a general surgeon who removed the lump on 11/8.  The surgeon moved up his post-op visit because he felt that based on what he saw that he would be referring us to an oncologist.  However, the pathology came back benign.  The pathology reoprt did mention granulomas so we were referred to an infectious disease specialist who has run numerous tests all of which have been unremarkable except the c-reactive which was a little high.  I believe it was 9.  They did notice some nodules on his lungs for which we were referred to a pulmonary specialist who assured us that they were normal.  However, he did suggest that my husband obtain a ct of the abdomen and pelvis as the did notice some enlargement of the spleen.  About a week ago my husbands left elbow became swollen similar to the look of the axillary. Although he has no history of more than a cold in his 44 years, his father had non-hodgkins and his mother had a brain tumor.  They had about a 5 acre farm in which pesticides were used and I feel concerned that this could be related. At the present time he has little or no complaints.  He awoke last night with what seemed like night sweats as he had to change his clothes.  Finally my question to you.  Could the pathology have been wrong and should we seek a consult with an oncologist? Thank you for your time. Terri Doctor: Hi, dearI have gone through your question. I can understand your concern.  His lump can be due to tuberculosis,  other granulomatous disease like sarcoidosis or some lymphoma.  You should go for second opinion of that histopathological examination.  Review of histopathological slide gives you exact idea.  If still there is any doubts in diagnosis then IHC marker study will help you.  Then you should take treatment accordingly. Hope I have answered your question, if you have doubt then I will be happy to answer. Thanks for using health care magic. Wish you a very good health.