Feeling pain is a symptom of armpit cancer.
A lump under the arm is one of the most common signs of armpit cancer. Pain in that area can also be a symptom. A person with cancer may also develop swollen lymph nodes, discoloration in the area, or wrinkling of the skin in the armpits. However, it is important to note that the presence of these symptoms does not always mean that a person has cancer.
Skin discoloration is a symptom of armpit cancer.
One of the most common symptoms of armpit cancer is a lump that develops under the arm. It can be large or small and can appear anywhere in the armpit. Unfortunately, some lumps that form as a result of cancer are too small for a person to notice right away. As such, he or she may have cancer for some time before the lump grows large enough to be noticed.
Swollen skin in the area is a symptom of armpit cancer.
Cancer can also cause pain in the armpits. Many people mistakenly think that cancer pain is always intense and may ignore minor pains that can be an early sign of a problem. Anyone experiencing underarm pain for more than two weeks that is not associated with a known infection or injury should see a medical professional. However, if the pain in the armpits is severe, immediate medical attention is usually needed.
Armpit cancer can cause swollen lymph nodes under the arm.
Swollen lymph nodes under the arm can also develop as a sign of cancer. Lymph nodes are glands that filter pathogens, debris, and even cancer cells from the body through the lymphatic system, which is a vital part of a person’s immune system. Fortunately, swollen lymph nodes in this area do not always indicate cancer; sometimes they are simply a sign that the body is fighting an infection.
Changes in the appearance of the armpit area may also indicate armpit cancer. Underarm discoloration can be a sign, as can wrinkles or dimpling of the skin.
There is a misconception that cancer pain is always intense.
Symptoms that seem to indicate cancer often turn out to be the result of other conditions. For example, a person may have a noncancerous cyst or a rash caused by a razor cut. However, because cancer is often more treatable when it’s found in its early stages, it’s best for people who have lumps, pain, and other signs of cancer to be evaluated by a health care professional.
