Armpit pain

Pain in the armpit can appear for various reasons. And the pain sensations are also different: constant - periodic, sharp - dull, strong - weak, pulling - cutting, aching - sharp and so on.

Sometimes pain in the armpit is accompanied by itching in the armpit area, the arm is “pulled” so that the person cannot raise it up or make any movement with the arm.

Whether armpit pain is dangerous can be found out only by establishing the reasons for its occurrence. It is possible that pain in the armpit and chest appeared in a woman as a harbinger of "critical days". But there are cases when the factor that caused the pain is much more serious.

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Causes of armpit pain

So, why and in what cases does pain in the armpit appear?

• result of mechanical action,
• postoperative consequence,
• consequence of a neoplasm in the breast or mastalgia,
• the appearance of a boil in the armpit area,
• presence of diseases: lymphadenitis or lymphadenopathy,
• in case of hidradenitis or atheroma,
• the possibility of pyoderma cannot be ruled out,
• in case of cardiovascular diseases.

If we consider each cause of armpit pain in more detail, the following information emerges:

• Painful sensations caused by a lump in the mammary gland initially appear in the breast itself, and then spread to the axillary region, which is explained by a disorder of lymph drainage, where development occurs due to the coarsening of the mammary gland in the premenstrual period - cyclic mastalgia. Sometimes, but rarely, an increase in the lymph nodes in the armpit occurs.

It is impossible to explain the reason for the pain to appear just before the start of the "critical days". The pain in the armpit at this moment can have varying degrees of severity, from dull to aching, which can be accompanied by difficult hand movements. During the examination, it is possible to detect slight lumps in the breast tissue.

What is the trigger of cyclic mastalgia? Usually the cause of this consequence is a change in hormonal levels. On this basis, the development of cyclic mastalgia is characteristic of more than 2/3 of young women; after menopause, such cases are isolated, but only if the woman uses hormone replacement therapy.

• Pain in the armpit, which appears as a result of an acquired disease - hidradenitis (popularly called: bitch's udder), is usually provoked by staphylococci penetrating into some sweat glands in the armpit area.

It is very important to know! There is a certain type of sweat glands that function in a person who has reached puberty. It is these sweat glands that are affected by staphylococcus, which means that children cannot get sick with such an illness.

The initial stage of the development of the above-mentioned disease occurs under the influence of sharp pain in the "affected" armpit, which also has visual changes, namely: the formation of purulent nodes (from 1 to...) of red or even burgundy color, swelling. In the middle of the formed tubercle, a "rod" appears, from which, when opened, a thick purulent consistency "splashes out". Treated hidradenitis can flare up again after a certain period of time.

• Post-operative pain in the armpit is typical for women who have undergone breast surgery. Why does this happen? It is clear that surgery is stressful for the body, but not everyone understands what kind of stress. During surgery, doctors make an incision in the skin, affecting the nerves. And nerves, as you understand, are not made of iron and can “ache” or make you “climb the walls.”

Unfortunately, the pain that appears in the postoperative period can last for a very long time and be acute. But, fortunately, it is not eternal.

• armpit pain due to breast cancer,
• pain due to mechanical damage to the armpit.

How does armpit pain manifest itself?

Symptoms may vary, with or without other signs. It all depends on the cause of the pain. Let's look at the symptoms of each possible cause of armpit pain separately:

• armpit pain caused by hidradenitis in the process of arm (hand) movements is aggravated. It happens that the patient tries not to raise the affected arm up or to the side. The disease has its origin in the fatty tissues of dense small nodes, which are slightly painful when palpated. Gradually, the nodes increase in size and take the form of "nipples", reminiscent of a dog's "breast", which is where the name "bitch's udder" comes from. As the disease develops, the pain in the armpit becomes more intense, and the skin formations become bluish in color with accompanying swelling. Inside the "bitch's udder" purulent contents are formed, which, when pressed independently or spontaneously comes out in the form of a creamy consistency. By the way, when pressing, a person feels extremely severe pain in the area of pressure, the intensity of which resembles a toothache.

Complex cases of hidradenitis do not exclude the possibility of the formation of a dense infiltrate, something like phlegmon. Hidradenitis may include symptoms typical of colds, such as malaise, increased fatigue, asthenia, and fever.

• armpit pain caused by pyoderma is characterized by the following symptoms, which depend on the type of staphyloderma:
  • ostiofolliculitis - forms inside the hair follicle; a small purulent formation with a hair in the middle (not to be confused with an ingrown hair); there is hyperemia along the edges of the purulent vesicle. As a result of suppuration penetrating deep into the follicle, ostiofolliculitis itself transforms into folliculitis; the difference between the first and second names is that in the latter case an infiltrate is formed as an inflamed nodule that takes on the structure of the hair border. The similarity between ostiofolliculitis and folliculitis is that both single and multiple formations are possible. They can appear in any area of the skin that has well-developed vellus vegetation (hair);
  • staphylococcal sycosis appears as grouped lesions on the skin surface, which has already acquired a bluish-red tint. This type of disease can recover after complete recovery. Plus, it has a long (many-year) course;
  • Newborns (in children in the first week of life) may have a disease called epidemic pemphigus, which is numerous blistering formations of different sizes, inside which there is a cloudy suppuration. The surface of the blister is visually characterized by thin flabby skin. In this situation, the site of the lesion is the entire plane of the dermis, except for the palms and feet. Blisters on the skin when drying form a thin crust, and in the process of reproduction - increase in size, which, of course, leads to merging. When opened, erosive traces remain, which can cover the entire skin. This consequence is called Ritter's exfoliative dermatitis. There is also damage to the mucous membranes. This disease can have very serious consequences, including death;
  • furuncle – inflammation of purulent-necrotic nature, covering the hair follicle and surrounding tissues. Its clinical picture is presented as follows: a "bump" in the center of which a purulent formation (discharge) is noted. During the rejection of the purulent-necrotic core, a trace remains on the surface of the skin in the form of a scar. As in the previous version of the disease, the nature of reproduction can be single and multiple. The disease can also acquire a chronic form. Accompaniment of lymphadenitis and lymphangitis, fever is not excluded;
  • carbuncle - is a dense infiltrate of dark red color closer to burgundy + perifocal edema, which is formed on the basis of purulent-necrotic inflammation of the skin and subcutaneous adipose tissue. On the plane of the infiltrate, holes are formed from which thick bloody pus comes out. As a result of the rejection of necrotic accumulation, a deep ulcer occurs, which leaves a rough scar in the healing process. The patient experiences unbearable pain in the affected area; general malaise;
  • streptoderma is a purulent formation with serous contents that appears on smooth skin. Streptoderma is divided into 3 types:
    • vulgar ecthyma,
    • bullous impetigo,
    • streptococcal impetigo.

Let's start with the third type: a contagious disease, typical for young women and children. Clinically it looks like a phlyctena with surrounding hyperemia. If the integrity of the formation's cover is damaged, then erosions with a red-pink tint appear, while there is abundant fluid secretion. When phlyctenas gain momentum, their presence becomes numerous, merging into a single group, on the surface of which massive crusts are formed. The patient is characterized by itching or burning. If staphylococcal infection joins this infection, then bright yellow blisters with thick purulent crusts appear, often with a bloody admixture, which is already called vulgar impetigo, which is also characterized by the capture of larger areas of the skin, where follicles, furuncles, and lymphadenitis are attached.

The most severe form of streptococcal impetigo is bullous impetigo, the localization of which is usually noted on the hands, shins, feet (other parts of the body are also possible). Its peculiarity lies in the presence of large blisters with serous-bloody exudate, the skin around which is inflamed. Lymphangitis and lymphadenitis also join in.

With vulgar ecthyma, which is a deep form of streptoderma, it mainly occurs in adults, affecting the shins, buttocks, thighs, and trunk (the appearance of this inflammation in the scapular part of the trunk provokes pain in the armpit). It is presented in the form of phlyctena with a purulent-hemorrhagic consistency, which in the process of drying forms a dense crust, under which there is an ulcer. In quantitative terms, there can be single and multiple;

• pain in the armpit caused by an acquired disease such as atheroma is not the only reason to panic. Atheroma can become skin cancer in the future, which requires immediate treatment. So, the symptoms: skin lesions can be on any part of the body, for example, the neck, cheeks, behind the ears, chest, back; the seal has the shape of a tumor-like ball. Not always, the contents (sebaceous secretion) of the "ball" spill out. A little higher we talked about the likelihood of skin cancer, which is possible if not treated, during which the atheroma acquires a malignant character - cancer;
• pain in the armpit can be caused by lymphadenitis. In this case, the pain is severe, there is swelling, hyperemia, temperature: general and local. As a result of the advanced form, other symptoms are possible: leukocytosis, chills, fluctuation. Signs of lymphadenitis depend on which type of the disease is acquired:
  • sharp,
  • chronic,
  • specific,
  • non-specific.

As a rule, non-specific lymphadenitis is caused by staphylococci, streptococci and other similar infections. Inflammation occurs in the lymph nodes. In this case, exudation has several types:

• fibrinous purulent,
• hemorrhagic,
• serous.

The development of the first type can cause a destructive form of lymphadenitis, where the course has the type of abscess and necrosis. Putrefactive infection leads to the process of ichorous decay of lymph nodes. The first stage of development is characterized by sloughing of the endothelium, expansion of the sinuses. The final stage has signs of catarrhal lymphadenitis.

If we talk about acute non-specific lymphadenitis, the disease has the following symptoms:

• painless enlarged lymph nodes,
• high temperature, weakness, headache.

The course of acute lymphadenitis can acquire inflammation of the lymphatic vessels, that is, lymphangitis.

As for chronic non-specific lymphadenitis, its symptoms are as follows:

• enlarged, dense lymph nodes, the pain of which is mild,
• rare: lymphostasis disorder, changes in lymph circulation,
• swelling.

Specific lymphadenitis appears due to diseases such as syphilis, tuberculosis, plague, etc.

The acute course at the initial stage of development has more serious signs, which include, in addition to the enlargement of the lymph nodes, manifestations of tuberculous intoxication. Tuberculous lymphadenitis differs from other inflammatory forms of the lymph nodes by the presence of periadenitis.

“Favorite” localization areas: axillary and submandibular areas.

Aching pain in the armpit

Aching pain in the armpit, which is cyclical in nature, is explained in women by mastalgia. As a rule, painful symptoms occur as harbingers of the onset of the menstrual cycle. In some cases, painful to the touch seals may form in the chest. The pain itself is initially localized in the chest, which moves to the armpit area.

Some patients find enlarged lymph nodes in the armpits, which usually do not cause specific pain.

Pain indicators in this situation can be absolutely different, but most often they are presented in the form of pronounced aching sensations. Much less often a woman experiences severe pain that makes it difficult to move her arms.

Mastalgia occurs in women who have reached puberty. In addition, the pain may become more intense over the years. Menopause stops the process of the disease.

Mastalgia can be caused by hormonal imbalances.

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Aching pain in the armpit

A nagging pain in the armpit in most cases, especially if arm movements are difficult, is caused by mechanical impact on the arm or armpit area. This also includes muscle strain, shoulder joint ligaments. The pain from strains is constant.

The resulting boil can “tighten” the arm, and the nagging pain in the armpit is accompanied by itching.

If you experience nagging pain in the armpit, you should not rule out the possibility of lymphadenitis.

Whatever the pain, in any case, it is a reason to visit a doctor. Usually, diseases associated with axillary pain are treated by: dermatologist, surgeon, gynecologist, neurologist.

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Constant pain in the armpit

Constant pain in the armpit is possible in the following cases:

• injuries,
• boils,
• lymphadenitis,
• hidradenitis,
• pyoderma,
• histopathology,
• atheroma,
• nerve damage, for example after surgery,
• tumors.

Constant or periodic pain does not tolerate self-treatment. Of course, you can resort to self-therapy if you are a doctor or at least know the cause of its occurrence. To identify the cause, it is necessary to conduct a certain diagnosis (diagnostic methods will be discussed below) and tests. Only after this is treatment carried out.

Trying to get rid of pain with painkillers is pointless in most cases, since the majority of diseases are caused by infectious lesions.

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Stabbing pain in armpit

A stabbing pain in the armpit is sometimes related to an allergy, for example, to a deodorant. In this situation, the patient has a stabbing pain in the armpit without any additional symptoms. When deodorants are stopped, the pain usually goes away without treatment.

Inflammation of the lymph nodes can provoke any type of pain, including stabbing. Here the list of signs is quite large: from local symptoms to general ones, which include respiratory manifestations and skin changes: enlarged painful lymph nodes.

Inflammation of the sweat glands; a blood clot clogging a vessel; "bitch's udder"; a purulent formation of various origins - these are all reasons for the appearance of stabbing pains in the armpits.

Pain radiating to the armpit

Often, a person experiencing pain in the armpit does not understand that this is only an echo of it, in fact, the true place of pain can be other parts of the body: chest, forearm, cervical vertebra, and so on. It is possible to name a specific cause of pain radiating to the armpit area only after examination. There may also be problems associated with a malfunction of the cardiovascular system; mastopathy, mastitis, mastalgia; diseases of the spine, etc. This also includes traumatic consequences, for example, sprains, bruises.

Of course, you can list possible options indefinitely, describing symptoms and methods of treatment, but! Most often, when self-diagnosing, a person treats something completely different from what is needed, since the symptoms of many diseases are similar to each other. Even a doctor with many years of experience cannot make an accurate diagnosis without having completed the necessary research procedure.

Pain under left armpit

We have discussed the standard causes that can cause pain in the left armpit in the sections “Causes of armpit pain” and “Symptoms of armpit pain”.

In addition, left-sided pain may indicate the presence of heart disease, for example, coronary heart disease.

This disease is very serious, where a fatal outcome is not an isolated case. Ischemic heart disease has an abbreviated form of writing in medicine as IHD. IHD is divided into several types:

• angina pectoris,
• myocardial infarction,
• cardiosclerosis.

Most often, coronary heart disease is the result of atherosclerosis of the coronary arteries. The causes also include: syndrome X - blockage of the heart vessels; aortic aneurysm; embolism; coronary artery defects; syphilitic lesion of the aorta; genetic predisposition; age and even bad habits (it is no secret that smoking has a detrimental effect on the functioning of the heart vessels, not to mention alcohol and drugs. The same can be said about excessive consumption of coffee and strong tea, chafir).

Pain under the right armpit

Pain in the armpit on the right side is explained by the same reasons as on the left, except for coronary heart disease.

Pain in the armpit (regardless of whether it is the right, left or both at once) can appear during pregnancy or lactation.

During pregnancy, this phenomenon is explained by the fact that the expectant mother's breasts are being rebuilt, that is, they are being prepared for feeding, as a result of which the breasts "swell", pain appears in the chest and armpits. It happens that the pregnant woman has a hard time with this moment, namely: wearing a bra causes pain, it hurts to raise her arms up.

If a pregnant or nursing mother, in addition to pain, feels a "stone" under her armpit, then it is quite possible that the mammary gland has fallen out. But, be that as it may, a consultation with a mammologist will not be superfluous.

Pain in the left armpit

A little higher we talked about the fact that pain in the left armpit can provoke a whole range of problems, including ischemic heart disease. In addition to all that has been said, other options are possible: vegetative-vascular dystonia, neurosis, osteochondrosis can cause pain in the armpit.

Neurosis and vegetative-vascular dystonia can have similar symptoms, which include:

• pain in the left armpit, radiating to the shoulder and arm;
• frequent desire to take a deep breath;
• tearfulness;
• dizziness;
• state of anxiety, nervous tension.

The most interesting thing is that the heart rate, pressure and temperature are normal, there is no shortness of breath. Even during sports, the situation with the heart and pressure does not worsen. But the nagging pain in the armpit constantly torments. During sleep or in a comfortable lying position, the pain subsides.

Some patients complain that it becomes much easier in the fresh air. But in a closed space or indoors the same symptoms appear again. At the same time, the left arm and shoulder get tired very quickly. In the process of developing one of the named diseases, a cough may be added.

Pain in the right armpit

The right armpit is susceptible to the same infectious diseases as the left. Pain in the armpit can appear due to anything, osteochondrosis is no exception.

If the cause is osteochondrosis, the patient needs to know that this disease indicates the loss of the "lubricating" functions of the intervertebral discs. The spine is not just a complex of discs arranged in a row, but a whole system with nerve processes, a spinal cord and blood vessels. An affected nerve is hellish pain, which can be localized in the armpit area, shoulder, back and so on. Particular attention should be paid to a very important fact: emotional irritability increases pain, therefore, with osteochondrosis, you need to protect yourself from sudden mood swings. In a calm state or during sleep, the patient may not experience pain at all.

Osteochondrosis can be cervical, cervicothoracic, lumbar, thoracic. All of the listed types of osteochondrosis can create pain symptoms in the right and left armpit.

Symptoms: pain is usually sharp (sometimes shooting, radiating to the leg and other parts of the body), restricted movements, constant fatigue, muscle weakness.

Pain in the chest and armpit

Most often, pain in the armpit and chest at the same time is related to mammology. But the options of oncological, cardiovascular diseases and osteochondrosis should not be excluded.

What is mammology? It is a medical branch that deals with any issues related to the health of the mammary gland. Quite recently, a separate medical specialization appeared – mammologist. And before that time (and now) the following specialists dealt with mammological problems:

• surgeon,
• gynecologist,
• endocrinologist,
• oncologist and others.

In addition to the listed reasons, pain in the chest and armpit may be associated with postoperative consequences, which is usually a normal reaction to surgery, since at this moment the integrity of the skin and nerve endings is violated.

Pain below armpit

Pain below the armpit may be associated with the formation of a furuncle, mastalgia, the appearance of various infections (staphylococcus, streptococcus, and others). This also includes those causes that cause pain in the armpit.

Intercostal neuralgia can manifest itself as pain below the armpit and in the heart area. The pain intensifies during coughing, sneezing and any other physical pressure (even minor) exerted on the ribs. The danger of the disease is that the pain symptoms are often confused with manifestations of cardiovascular damage. The cause of intercostal neuralgia is compression of the nerves, which is possible even when wearing a too tight bra.

Armpit pain in men

Pain in the armpit in men can occur as a result of neurological, cardiological, dermatological diseases, as well as various diseases of the spine (osteochondrosis).

The severity of the pain depends on the type of cause, which can only be determined by a doctor. Many diseases are very similar in pain symptoms, for example, the pain of hidradenitis and furuncles is identical, pain in the armpit with intercostal neuralgia is often confused with heart pain.

Relieving pain with painkillers without knowing the cause is in some cases extremely dangerous, since, for example, in the case of a problem with the cardiovascular system or the gastrointestinal tract, painkillers can only make the situation worse.

Pain in the armpit in women

Pain in the armpit occurs more often in women than in men, since the female body has some features (mammary gland) that men do not have.

During puberty, a woman's mammary glands change their structure, thus preparing the female body for its full formation. During pregnancy and breastfeeding, some changes also occur in the mammary glands. In most cases, this process goes without problems. But some women feel some discomfort, including pain in the armpit.

"No big deal" or "it will go away on its own" are wrong arguments, just as you shouldn't rule out the possibility of cancer. Therefore, a medical consultation is the best solution to problems related to armpit pain.

Diagnosis of armpit pain

How to examine armpit pain? The pain itself, of course, is not diagnosed. The examination is carried out to identify the disease. And for each type of disease, there are its own methods of analysis. So, what diagnostic methods exist:

1. Diagnosis of osteochondrosis, first of all, is anamnesis collection. It is necessary to emphasize that with osteochondrosis, disorders are possible: trophic, vascular, nervous, which can present themselves as other diseases such as angina, gastritis, ulcers, etc. Accordingly, the doctor before prescribing an examination, must initially analyze the symptomatic picture.

What research methods are used to detect osteochondrosis?

• X-ray is the most common and simple diagnostic option, which is divided into several types:
  • overview radiography, where the entire spinal column and its segments are presented in the “picture”,
  • targeted radiography is performed to identify the affected area of the spine;
• Myelography is considered a dangerous method of establishing a diagnosis, since a contrast fluid is injected into the spinal canal. In this situation, some consequences are possible: injury to the spinal cord or the appearance of an allergic reaction to the injected substance;
• CT scan is a good but expensive way to identify the problem;
• Magnetic resonance imaging, like the above-mentioned option, is an expensive examination method. But the result justifies the costs;
• neurological examination, the purpose of which is to identify the degree of motor disorders and disorders in relation to sensitivity.

2. Pain in the armpit associated with hidradenitis does not require a complex diagnostic process. Here, the doctor determines the diagnosis "by touch", that is, by palpation and based on the patient's complaints. Differentiation with colliquative tuberculosis and furuncle occurs here.
3. Pyaderma is examined to identify its pathogen, through clinical and general blood tests, serological responses to syphilis.

Here you should also undergo a microbiological examination, where the purulent contents of the resulting blister are analyzed; the reaction to antibiotics is checked.

Immunological diagnostics determines populations and subpopulations of B and T lymphocytes, serum IgA, IgM, IgG, etc.

A consultation with a therapist, endocrinologist, neuropathologist and a histological examination are required.

Differential diagnosis of syphilis, vasculitis, tuberculosis, leishmaniasis, trichophytosis, tumors.

4. Pain in the armpit caused by lymphadenitis is analyzed in several ways, as the disease itself has different types and forms:
   • acute nonspecific lymphadenitis is established based on the clinical picture of the disease, taking into account anamnestic information,
   • diagnosis of superficial lymphadenitis occurs without complications,
   • if complications occur, for example: periadenitis, adenophlegmon, etc., then the task becomes significantly more complicated,
   • differentiation should cover phlegmon and osteomyelitis. Here it is very important to identify the underlying cause of the purulent vesicle,
   • chronic form of non-specific lymphadenitis is differentiated from enlargement of lymph nodes in case of infectious and other diseases, which include: diphtheria, scarlet fever, syphilis, influenza, lymphogranulomatosis, tuberculosis, malignant tumors. A diagnostic option in which a puncture biopsy of the lymph node is performed is not excluded. Here it is also necessary to make sure that there are no metastases in malignant tumors,
   • Specific lymphadenitis is established after a comprehensive study, where the possibility of contact with a patient with tuberculosis is taken into account, that is, in this case, a test for the reaction to tuberculin is carried out, as well as the probability of tuberculosis infection of any organs.
5. Pain in the armpit caused by ischemic heart disease is diagnosed depending on the type of the disease itself. The most common methods of examination are:
   • ECG at rest. This method looks like an electrical recording of the heart's work, where the level of oxygen starvation of the heart is determined - ischemia; the possibility of a heart attack,
   • bicycle ergometry - a screening test prescribed to a person who may develop ischemic heart disease in the future. It is carried out during physical education,
   • comprehensive diagnostics, including bicycle ergometry and echocardiogram,
   • Bicycle ergometry is contraindicated for people with nervous disorders or joint diseases. Such patients are prescribed another type of examination: to simulate the load on the heart, medications are administered, after which the heart activity is viewed using a computer or ultrasound,
   • coronary artery or cardiac catheterization is the most accurate way to detect existing coronary artery disease. The purpose of this examination is to detect narrowing of the lumen of the coronary artery. For this, catheters are transported into the openings of the left and right cardiac artery,
   • If your doctor insists on performing a high-speed CT scan, you should know that this is the most effective method of analysis for coronary heart disease.
6. Vegetative-vascular dystonia can cause not only pain in the armpit, but also general fatigue, a feeling of lack of oxygen, etc. Diagnostics faces some difficulties, as there is no necessary equipment for conducting the study. The disease is determined purely symptomatically, which, naturally, is not always an accurate result of the analysis.
7. Breast cancer is one of the most dangerous causes of armpit pain. But before you get scared and panic, you should understand that timely diagnosis and treatment can completely overcome this disease.

What tests are used when breast cancer is suspected?

Radiation diagnostics reveals not only cancer, but also other possible diseases of the mammary gland (mastalgia, mastopathy, etc.). Effective methods of radiation diagnostics include:

• X-ray mammography,
• ductography is designed to detect papillomas, cysts, various types of intraductal cancer,
• ultrasound,
• Color Doppler mapping is used to analyze benign and malignant tumors. The task of this type of diagnostics is to evaluate certain parameters of blood flow: turbulence, homogeneity, speed and direction,
• computed tomography,
• magnetic resonance imaging,
• biopsy: stereotactic, automatic, fine-needle aspiration.

In general, pain in the armpit in all its directions can be characterized by various diagnostic methods, the main thing is not to hesitate.

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Armpit Pain Treatment

Pain in the armpit can only be treated once the cause of its occurrence has been established.

If you are one hundred percent sure that the pain in the armpit was caused by hidradenitis, then the treatment is as follows:

• first stages of development: ultraviolet therapy, UHF, ultrasound, pure ichthyol,
• abscesses require surgical intervention,
• novocaine blockades. What does this mean? Hidradenitis is injected with a solution (0.5% - 1%) of novocaine together with antibiotics,
• staph injection.

The same treatment method is used for boils.

These diseases are treated by: dermatologist, infectious disease specialist.

Traditional methods of treating hidradenitis and furuncles:

• an onion is baked in the oven, which is then divided into slices. These warm slices are applied to the inflammatory lesions. The procedure is repeated until the contents spill out. After which, plantain is applied to the sore spot, the properties of which are able to clear the lesion of pus,
• sour cream + wheat and rye flour = flat cake. The proportions should be such that the dough is not too tight and not too sticky. Apply to the affected area before going to bed. The dough should be firmly fixed with an elastic bandage or other material so that it does not shift during sleep. In the morning, remove the dough,
• egg yolks + honey + lard + flour = soft dough, which is used in the form of compresses, changed every 12 hours.

Breast cancer, which naturally causes severe pain in the armpit, is treated based on the results of the examination. The same applies to ischemic heart disease, vegetative-vascular dystonia, intercostal neuralgia, osteochondrosis, and so on.

In no case should you treat lymphadenitis and lymphadenopathy on your own.

Acute non-specific lymphadenitis is treated in several ways, depending on the stage of the disease. In the early stage of lymphadenitis, conservative therapy is usually used: UHF, opening of abscesses, removal of purulent contents and wound cleansing, antibiotics.

Lymphadenitis with purulent formations is treated surgically.

Chronic non-specific lymphadenitis is eliminated by eliminating the underlying cause, which is the factor in its occurrence.

Specific lymphadenitis is subject to the type of treatment in accordance with the degree of damage to the lymph nodes, as well as the severity of tuberculosis manifestations in the organs.

In folk medicine, alcohol tinctures are used to treat lymphadenitis:

• a bunch of celandine per half glass of vodka. Infuse in a dark place for 24 hours. Dip a woolen cloth into the prepared solution and apply it to the affected area. Wrap the hand in warm material;
• The second option is similar to the first, only instead of celandine you can use succession and cabbage leaves.

If you experience pain in the armpit, then regardless of the cause of its origin, self-medication is not the right solution.

Preventing armpit pain

The best preventative measure against armpit pain of any origin is regular medical examination.

1. Prevention of hidradenitis. The main rule is to observe hygiene standards, as well as to treat the armpit with boric-camphor alcohol.
2. Prevention of pyoderma includes hygiene rules and physical exercises, not neglecting common diseases, and treating microtraumas.
3. Prevention of lymphadenitis consists of preventing mechanical impacts, such as wounds. And also, when receiving a wound or microtrauma, the affected area should be subjected to antiseptic treatment, in order to avoid infection getting inside.
4. Prevention of breast cancer mainly consists of preventing lumps, namely:
   • following a normal lifestyle typical for women (pregnancy, lactation),
   • Frequent abortions can provoke the development of breast cancer. Accordingly, the number of intentionally terminated pregnancies should be reduced to the minimum possible,
   • Mammography after 40 years, at least once a year, can prevent the occurrence of this disease.

Pain in the armpit can be avoided if a person carries out preventive work regarding infections (bacteria, fungi, viruses), since they are the main causative agents of many diseases. Here: washing hands before eating, thoroughly washing fruits and vegetables, safe sex, and so on.