Question 1

i have a lump at the back of my kneewhat would it be?

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Baker's cyst: A very common occurrence as part as knee problems is a Baker's cyst which is a fluid filled lesion that grows in the popliteal fossa or as you said back of the knee. It could be very painful especially if it breaks. If small you can treat it with warm compresses. If too big then should be evaluated for possible drainage. However, in order to have a definite diagnosis you should get seen.

Question 2

i have got a painless lump at the back of my neck.wat cd it be? am 25 yrs old.thnx

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Lumps: Could be a lymph node, a fatty tumor, and abscess or something more serious.  Definitely needs an exam.

Question 3

i have a lump at the back of my neck , it itches what could it be?

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Depends on the cause: There are many things that could cause the skin to itch.  Several types of inflammatory conditions of the skin, allergic reactions, and sometimes bacterial, viral or fungal infections can cause rashes on the skin. Insect bites can also be the cause of a rash on the skin.  Have it evaluated by a professional and get the appropriate treatment.

Question 4

i hv a small lump at the back of the skull( left side), hard n it becomes painful smtimes but only to d left side. what is it?

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See your doctor: You sould see your doctor.  This lump needs to be palpated by your doctor and he/she needs to be able to put the rest of your symptoms in perspective.

Question 5

my baby has a soft moveable bean-like lump at the back of her head?

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Lymphnode: I am asked about this all the time! in most instances these are small lymph nodes overlying the posterior skull and have no medical significance. The simplest solution is to ask your pediatrition to examine the area to rule out any serious pathology ; this could include reactive nodes secondary to a scalp condition and more generalized abnormalities of the lymphatic system.

Question 6

i have a large lump at the back of my neck about the size of half an apple! any idea?

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Needs eval: That is a large area and it should be looked at. It maybe a fatty tumor but also cancer it lymphoma. Needs to be eval and biopsy is rec.

Question 7

there is a hard lump at the back of my head. is it a matter of worry? is there any way i can get rid of it with little or no medicines?

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Be seen: It is difficult to say without seeing it, but it could be many things.  For example, the occipital prominence is normal, but you could have an infected hair follicle or some other infection.  Be seen for an exam and diagnosis.

Question 8

i have a small lump at the back of my neck (upper left). u can feel it if you tilt your head down if you dont tilt ur head its just a flat surface.

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Structures that can: be felt there include lymph nodes (both behind the ear and towards the spine), the mastoid process (which is also behind the ear) and the neck muscles that insert near the midline of the back of the skull.  Reasons to be concerned include: pain or tenderness, increasing size, ear ache, headache or fever.  Otherwise, it's unlikely to be some to worry about.  Dr. Anne

Question 9

a hard movable lump at the back of lats  dorsi for 2 years now since notice it but lately feel burning sensation & swelling on surroundings of lump?

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See a surgeon: If the lump has become symptomatic then see a surgeon for further evaluation.

Question 10

hi! my wife has this hard lump at the back of her neck. it used to be where she had boils. when it got cured a small lump was left. it hurts sometimes?

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Sounds like a...: ...Sebaceous (inclusion) cyst. These arise from blocked oil glands next to hair follicles and are prone to infection.  I advise you to make an appointment with her primary care doctor. They can confirm the diagnosis and remove it (or refer her to someone who can).

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I hv a small lump at the back of the skull( left side), hard n it becomes painful smtimes but only to d left side. what is it?

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My baby has a soft moveable bean-like lump at the back of her head?

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I have a large lump at the back of my neck about the size of half an apple! any idea?

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There is a hard lump at the back of my head. is it a matter of worry? is there any way i can get rid of it with little or no medicines?

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I have a small lump at the back of my neck (upper left). u can feel it if you tilt your head down if you dont tilt ur head its just a flat surface.

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A hard movable lump at the back of lats dorsi for 2 years now since notice it but lately feel burning sensation & swelling on surroundings of lump?

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Hi! my wife has this hard lump at the back of her neck. it used to be where she had boils. when it got cured a small lump was left. it hurts sometimes?

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