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The "knot" in your armpit might be a seroma:
"A lump under the armpit after a mastectomy could be a seroma, which is a buildup of fluid in or around the incision area. Seromas are normal and can feel like a lump a few days after surgery. They can grow to feel like a golf ball or egg and can cause swelling, pain, and an increased risk of infection. Seromas may resolve on their own over time, or they may need to be drained. You should tell your doctor or nurse if you think a seroma is developing."
I had one and had a ultra sound guided aspiration.