2006-08-24 08:09:20 · 10 answers · asked by DAN R 1 in Health ➔ Men's Health
Glands under your arm are lymph nodes and they react to any problem involving the side of your chest, neck and arm. If you have a rash in the area involved, then the glands could be swelling in response to the rash. Lymph nodes are fighters of infection and they work to stop infections and other problems, such as tumors from overcoming your immune system. I would see a physician as soon as possible, to try and find out the underlying cause of the swollen gland and the rash.
2006-08-24 08:15:05 · answer #1 · answered by bertojame 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
An infection of some kind. A rash across your chest? Could be shingles. Glands (lymph nodes) have the task of draining infection away. Go to your doctor.
2006-08-24 08:11:08 · answer #2 · answered by medium_of_dance 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Lumps in the armpit (axilla) may arise from various causes. Cysts and superficial infections in the skin of the armpit may follow shaving or use of antiperspirants (as compared to deodorants). This occurs most frequently in adolescents just beginning to shave. Subcutaneous abscesses may also produce large painful lumps in the axilla.
Lumps may be produced by enlargement of the lymph nodes secondary to bacterial infections, viral infections, antigenic stimulation (as from vaccinations), and malignancy. A breast self-examination should always include the armpit because breast cancer can enlarge the armpit lymph nodes even when the breast itself seems perfectly normal.
Lymph nodes are filters that can catch malignant tumor cells or infectious organisms. When they do, lymph nodes increase in size and are easily felt...
See a General Surgeon
2006-08-24 08:16:52 · answer #3 · answered by micky 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
An infection, being sick, a bite of somesort, hate to say it but perhaps cancer, an irritation from clothing or topical solution like lotion. If it doesn't go away in a day or two, see your Dr.
2006-08-24 08:13:44 · answer #4 · answered by Susi 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Multiple allergic reactions to different things or a boil. Is the area tender?
2006-08-24 08:13:09 · answer #5 · answered by Jen 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Infected hair follicles.
Pretty easy to treat-- see a doctor or dermatologist for a prescription ointment or gel.
2006-08-24 08:13:12 · answer #6 · answered by cpt_disgruntled 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Perhaps underarm deodorant. Try switching to a different brand.
2006-08-24 08:11:14 · answer #7 · answered by Billy 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Dude...I am going to say this once. Get your butt to a hospital and stiop fricken around with something like that !
2006-08-27 23:23:40 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
virus or cold
2006-08-24 08:10:38 · answer #9 · answered by hazegrey 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
IT'S PROBABLY AN INGROWN HAIR.
2006-08-24 08:11:53 · answer #10 · answered by rebecca c 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋