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Is Pain In The Left Armpit A Cause For Concern?

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Posted on Thu, 19 Jan 2017
Question: I have a sharp, localized stabbing/stinging pain under my left arm. Hurts periodically to touch, not always. Hurts with some movement.
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Answered by Dr. Prof. Kunal Saha (2 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Needs medical attention

Detailed Answer:
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I would need to ask how long you have been having the symptoms. If it has acutely started I would insist you to get urgent medical attention as it could be due to heart related issues and could be serious. However, if it has been there for sometime you would still need to be examined clinically. It could be possibly due to a muscle spasm. Hot compress should provide relief.

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Is Pain In The Left Armpit A Cause For Concern?

Brief Answer: Needs medical attention Detailed Answer: Thanks for asking on HealthcareMagic. I would need to ask how long you have been having the symptoms. If it has acutely started I would insist you to get urgent medical attention as it could be due to heart related issues and could be serious. However, if it has been there for sometime you would still need to be examined clinically. It could be possibly due to a muscle spasm. Hot compress should provide relief. Regards