I have got an armpit lump. What in such case should I do?

If you’ve discovered a lump in your armpit, it is important to get it checked out immediately. This type of lump could be caused by anything from an infection or scar tissue all the way to a cyst, tumor or disease.

It is best to seek medical attention right away if you have any concerns about lumps in your armpit. Your doctor can evaluate the lump and determine what kind of treatment might be necessary. In some cases they may recommend taking a sample of the tissue with a needle biopsy to determine whether the growth is benign (not cancerous) or malignant (cancerous). Depending on the outcome, they may suggest further procedures such as radiation therapy or chemotherapy.

It is also possible that your lump could be due to an infection of some form such as mastitis, which typically happens during breastfeeding due to bacteria entering through cracks in nipples that can cause swelling and tenderness around mammary glands which are connected via small ducts and open into armpits too. In this case antibiotics are usually prescribed for treating infections like this one but consulting with a physician first should still always take priority over self-diagnosis or treatment attempts at home as we're not all equally equipped for reliable diagnosis thereof without professional help when it comes down to matters like health ailments especially concerning cancer risks since these require thorough examinations from experienced personnel who specialize on matters related thereto e.g.: Oncologists etc..

At any rate make sure that you consult with your doctor if any new lumps appear anywhere on your body — regardless how insignificant they may seem — because early detection can save lives so don't hesitate here!