Question 1

my mom, 55 yrs has hard subcutaneous nodules on left lower-leg  than has hardened and skin on leg turned black and swelled..can it be cancer?

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Must be seen now: I am seriously concerned about calciphylaxis. This needs to be ruled out by a physician visit without delay. There are other possibilities as well. I'm glad your mother has you to help her. Good luck to you both.

Question 2

can subcutaneous nodules(around 1 cm) on lower legs that slightly itch wid little swelling and blackening(purplish)of skin on legs be signs of cancer?

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Let's biopsy: I'm actually more concerned about a cryoglobulin or leukocytoclastic vasculitis. If you have been offered a biopsy, by all means go for it. This does not sound like erythema nodosum, but i've learned not to try to second-guess a rash / skin eruption without seeing it.

Question 3

can hard subcutaneous nodules(around 1 cm each)on lower legs, that slightly itch and blackened skin and slight swelling of legs be symptoms of cancer?

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There are many: Types of cancer but in your age group i would not jump to that conclusion?  You likely had two sebaceous cysts or someting benign.  Get seen but cancer is very low probability.  Good luck.

Question 4

when do subcutaneous nodules appear in a patient with rheumatoid arthritis?

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Later in disease: Rheumatoid nodules are collections of scar tissue that has built up from repeated vessel damage from rheumatoid arthritis. Ra can cause vasculitis (vessel inflammation) that causes scar tissue during healing. Almost all people are rheumatoid factor positive, and occurs usually in later stages of disease.

Question 5

how to know when do subcutaneous nodules appear in course of ra(rheumatoid arthritis)?

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Usually never: Subcutaneous nodules are only present in about 20% of cases, they are usually associated with more severe disease.

Question 6

if i am having skin nodules can this be caused by cystic acne?

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Cysts : Cystic acne appears as red, tender under the skin bumps . See a dermatologist for proper diagnosis and treatment.

Question 7

what is the definition or description of: skin nodules?

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Skin nodules: Skin nodules =  palpable collection of tissue in skin.

Question 8

my gf has skin nodules and the doctors don't know what they are. who should she see?

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A dermatologist: A dermatologist may be able to diagnose these nodules based on appearance; if the appearance is not diagnostic, a skin biopsy can be done to make a definitive diagnosis.

Question 9

my sister has skin nodules and the doctors don't know what they are. what can we do?

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University: Make appointment with university dermatologist. They have access to many colleagues  in the department and world wide. May be they can help.

Question 10

i have a skin nodules on my two sides of cheek. it may be visible from period to period and it may be painful and t's size about chikpea. please help?

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See a doctor: You might have an infection, cyst, or other problem. Please see a doctor for an examination. Good luck.

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My mom, 55 yrs has hard subcutaneous nodules on left lower-leg than has hardened and skin on leg turned black and swelled..can it be cancer?

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Can subcutaneous nodules(around 1 cm) on lower legs that slightly itch wid little swelling and blackening(purplish)of skin on legs be signs of cancer?

A member asked:

Can hard subcutaneous nodules(around 1 cm each)on lower legs, that slightly itch and blackened skin and slight swelling of legs be symptoms of cancer?

A member asked:

When do subcutaneous nodules appear in a patient with rheumatoid arthritis?

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How to know when do subcutaneous nodules appear in course of ra(rheumatoid arthritis)?

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If i am having skin nodules can this be caused by cystic acne?

A member asked:

What is the definition or description of: skin nodules?

A member asked:

My gf has skin nodules and the doctors don't know what they are. who should she see?

A member asked:

My sister has skin nodules and the doctors don't know what they are. what can we do?

A member asked:

I have a skin nodules on my two sides of cheek. it may be visible from period to period and it may be painful and t's size about chikpea. please help?

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