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Feel Ball Type Shaped, Sore On Touching Near Arm Pit. Pulled Muscle Or Pinched Nerve?

when applying pressure to my upper right arm , somewhat close to my arm-pit, I can sometimes feel a small ball type shape that is sore to touch but not all of the time. I noticed it last night when I got back from the gym. When I put my arm down I felt something rubbing against my side. It is more annoying than painful, and the only thing I could guess is a pulled muscle, pinched nerve or something along those lines. It is not a major lump, but my friend said that she could definitely feel a difference compared to my other arm.
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The lump you experienced is most likely a swollen lymph node. Armpit lumps may be caused by cysts, infection, or irritation due to shaving or using antiperspirants. However, these lumps may also indicate a serious health condition.

Seek medical attention if you have an armpit lump that gradually becomes enlarged, is not painful, or does not go away.A fine needle biopsy of the lump is needed to reach the exact diagnosis after which treatment can be suggested.
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Feel Ball Type Shaped, Sore On Touching Near Arm Pit. Pulled Muscle Or Pinched Nerve?

Hello. Thanks for choosing HealthcareMagic forum. The lump you experienced is most likely a swollen lymph node. Armpit lumps may be caused by cysts, infection, or irritation due to shaving or using antiperspirants. However, these lumps may also indicate a serious health condition. Seek medical attention if you have an armpit lump that gradually becomes enlarged, is not painful, or does not go away.A fine needle biopsy of the lump is needed to reach the exact diagnosis after which treatment can be suggested.