[pcasylum]

I'm 12 weeks postpartum, and for about a month now I've been getting these little painful lumps in both armpits. They seem to come and go with no rhyme or reason. Is this something to be concerned about? If so, should I call my midwife or my primary care dr? (Wasn't sure if it related to well-woman care, postpartum, or just regular health, LOL!) I can't think of what it could be; I'm breastfeeding with no problems, and not eating anything different. Thanks for any advice!

 

[smudge]

There are lots of lymph nodes in the armpits. They can swell and become tender whenever your body is fighting off something. I would also just bring it up next time you are in to see the doc.

 

[pcasylum]

Thank you!

 

[Galatea]

or are you reacting to your deodorant?

 

[supercrunch]

I used to get those in high school. They almost felt like I was going to get one of those gargantuan zits that is like a cyst under the skin. The doc told me to stop using deodorant and just use baby powder for a few weeks...and they cleared. It worked like a charm. You might give it a shot if you are using deodorant (especially one with an antiperspirant).