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Armpit pain….Node biopsy was in my groin…am I going crazy?
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Armpit pain….Node biopsy was in my groin…am I going crazy?

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    • August 8, 2013 at 9:06 pm
    nickmo79
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      Hi all, I hope everyone is doing well and in good spirits.

      Quick question to everyone as my web searches have been fruitless and I've pestered my doctors to no end….

      A quick refresher: Stage 1a melanoma (.82mm, no mitosis, no ulceration, Clark IV). Had SLNB on right groin with three nodes given the all clear. This occurred in early Feb. 13.

      Now, the question: Since mid April both of my armpits have had a constant ache. Not a pain, just an ache. The best way to describe it is to think of holding a tennis ball under your arms. I've been to my derm and my oncologist, both of which said it isn't anything. I had an ultrasound that looked fine as well. There is nothing palpable, etc.

      Has anyone else experienced this? Could this be a result of my WLE and my fluid being rerouted? I've never been one to worry about illness, but since my dx, I've become a hypochondriac. Should I keep pushing for more tests?

      I had a CT scan in March when I visited MD Anderson and all was clear (expect for a 6mm nodule in my groin which they assume is an inflamed node from my surgery). Should I ask MD for another CT scan? A Pet CT?

      Thanks for any input.

      -Nick

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        • August 8, 2013 at 9:43 pm
        MichaelFL
        Participant

          I get the feeling this is actually a result of your excessive palpation of the armpits. Makes them sore! Ouch!

          • August 8, 2013 at 9:43 pm
          MichaelFL
          Participant

            I get the feeling this is actually a result of your excessive palpation of the armpits. Makes them sore! Ouch!

            • August 8, 2013 at 9:43 pm
            MichaelFL
            Participant

              I get the feeling this is actually a result of your excessive palpation of the armpits. Makes them sore! Ouch!

              • August 13, 2013 at 1:40 am
              Jim M.
              Participant

                Hi Nick, Are you on a schedule for CT Scans every 6 months or once a year? I haven't heard that the fluid could reroute from the groin to the axillaries but that could be a question for your onc. When was the ultrasound done? Granted the pain began in April, but not much after you had the CT SCan. If you are on a protocol one option is to wait until your next scan. If it continues to be bothersome or worsens tell your onc. you want peace of mind and see if he can authorize another scan (and if your insurance would cover it). Maybe get a 2nd opinion. You can email my onc. at Moffitt. He responds to emails. His is: [email protected]. I wouldn't suggest a PET Scan for this because they are famous for giving false positives

                God Bless and best of success,

                 Jim M.

                • August 13, 2013 at 1:40 am
                Jim M.
                Participant

                  Hi Nick, Are you on a schedule for CT Scans every 6 months or once a year? I haven't heard that the fluid could reroute from the groin to the axillaries but that could be a question for your onc. When was the ultrasound done? Granted the pain began in April, but not much after you had the CT SCan. If you are on a protocol one option is to wait until your next scan. If it continues to be bothersome or worsens tell your onc. you want peace of mind and see if he can authorize another scan (and if your insurance would cover it). Maybe get a 2nd opinion. You can email my onc. at Moffitt. He responds to emails. His is: [email protected]. I wouldn't suggest a PET Scan for this because they are famous for giving false positives

                  God Bless and best of success,

                   Jim M.

                  • August 13, 2013 at 1:40 am
                  Jim M.
                  Participant

                    Hi Nick, Are you on a schedule for CT Scans every 6 months or once a year? I haven't heard that the fluid could reroute from the groin to the axillaries but that could be a question for your onc. When was the ultrasound done? Granted the pain began in April, but not much after you had the CT SCan. If you are on a protocol one option is to wait until your next scan. If it continues to be bothersome or worsens tell your onc. you want peace of mind and see if he can authorize another scan (and if your insurance would cover it). Maybe get a 2nd opinion. You can email my onc. at Moffitt. He responds to emails. His is: [email protected]. I wouldn't suggest a PET Scan for this because they are famous for giving false positives

                    God Bless and best of success,

                     Jim M.

                    • August 31, 2013 at 9:44 pm
                    Tina D
                    Participant

                      It is so difficult to know what to do when something doesn't seem right. I have a hard time not pursuing it! Also impossible to know what to suggest here, but I would be sure to follow up if this continues to bother you. Hopefully you are feeling better and no need for concern…

                      Tina

                      • August 31, 2013 at 9:44 pm
                      Tina D
                      Participant

                        It is so difficult to know what to do when something doesn't seem right. I have a hard time not pursuing it! Also impossible to know what to suggest here, but I would be sure to follow up if this continues to bother you. Hopefully you are feeling better and no need for concern…

                        Tina

                        • August 31, 2013 at 9:44 pm
                        Tina D
                        Participant

                          It is so difficult to know what to do when something doesn't seem right. I have a hard time not pursuing it! Also impossible to know what to suggest here, but I would be sure to follow up if this continues to bother you. Hopefully you are feeling better and no need for concern…

                          Tina

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