I have a huge lump in my ampit, it came on suddenly about a week ago... its so painful ive lost mobility in my arm... if i raise my arm It hurts down to the bone.. its really hot and firm... and theres no pus or even a visible like starting point... I need to do something cause i cant work like this... any ideas?
Welcome to Chat Doctor. 1. The history suggest an infective etiology - either an abscess, hair follicular infection or bony pathology.2. If you are my patient I would have examined and ask for an ultrasound examination and an x-ray involving joint and bone AP/LAT.3. Ultrasound - gives me the nature of the lump, its source and extension.4. X-ray will give me the characterization of the lesion if its bony source.5. Further if abscess or infective collection - incision and Chat Doctor. 6. In case of bony after characterization depending on findings' treatment involves. Good luck. Hope I have answered your query.Anything to ask do not hesitate. Thank you.