Question 1

i'm over weight 300+ 6ft . i'm considering intestinal parisites. but while searching my body i realized i had this lump on my right side. it's firm.don't move feel deep .maybe under the skin. does not hurt.appx half dollar in aize. i can't confirm it bein

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Lump: The lump needs attention starting with a gastroenterologist.

You also need to start losing weight but leave that till you see the doctor.

Question 2

what is a cyst under the skin?

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Sebaceous cyst: They have tendency to get infected, emits foul smell, can easily be removed.

Question 3

what causes itching under the skin?

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Itching: Itching can have many causes. Go to the following web page for possible causes of itching.
http://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/itchy-skin/basics/causes/con-20028460.

Question 4

what are some common skin parasites?

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Demodex: Demodex is the one causing rosacea.

Question 5

how deep under the skin is the aorta?

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In front of spine: This depends on your body size, but it's roughly midway between your front and back.

Question 6

what exactly are ducts under the skin?

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Two types: There are two types of ducts in the skin - sweat ducts and sebaceaous ducts. One type, the sweat ducts, secrete (discharge) sweat while the other type is associated with hair follicles and gives of a more greasy substance.

Question 7

what do tumors look like under the skin?

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Unclear question: A tumor under the skin would appear as a lump that may be visible and palpable.

Question 8

i am feeling itchy under the skin, what to do?

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See a dermatologist: Evaluation of generalized itch in absence of any rash can be very difficult but may be extremely important to you. There are numerous possible causes, some serious.When you go, bring all pills, vitamins, creams, copies of blood tests, xrays.

Question 9

what causes cysts under the skin on persons' face?

Accepted Answer

Epidermoid cysts: The surface of your skin (epidermis) is made up of an extremely thin, protective layer of cells that your body continuously sheds. Most epidermoid cysts form when these surface cells, instead of exfoliating normally, move deeper into your skin and multiply. Most often, this occurs in areas where there are small hair follicles and larger oil glands (sebaceous glands), such as your face, neck, upper.

Question 10

what does a cyst look and feel like under the skin?

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Skin colored bump: A cyst is a painless skin colored growth under the skin. It may get larger with time.

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I'm over weight 300+ 6ft . i'm considering intestinal parisites. but while searching my body i realized i had this lump on my right side. it's firm.don't move feel deep .maybe under the skin. does not hurt.appx half dollar in aize. i can't confirm it bein

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