Question 1

i have small round indentation  size or a pencil erasor on my forhead?

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Dent on forehead.: I have small round indentation size or a pencil erasor on my forhead? ANS: great time for a live video consult so I can look at it and give better idea.

Question 2

is it normal to get new pencil dot sized dark brown freckles after being out in the sun for a while?

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Melanocytes: Sun exposure can bring out your freckles by causing melanocytes to produce melanin. Yes, it can be normal.

Question 3

2 weeks ago, 1 shiny pink-white, perfectly round bump on left shaft. hard to the touch. size of a very sharpened pencil tip = tiny. no other symptoms.

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Possible cyst: This may be a simple inclusion cyst but would need to be examined to be sure. Such skin lesions can't be diagnosed without being visualized.

Question 4

i have had a small about size of pencil eraser scab on my butt for about 7yrs. it goes away and comes back. only crusty/painful if picked ?

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Virus: It sounds like a viral infection, and could be a herpes infection.  I recommend seeing your doctor when you have a new one so it can be cultured.  It is very treatable but also contagious.

Question 5

what is pencil stool?
what count as thin stool? what size?

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"Pencil" stools: refers to the effect of a "circling" cancer of the colon/rectal area...but more frequently is due to Spasm of the lower bowel seen in IBS. If they CONTINUE it needs attention and a "look/see"

Hope this helps!
Dr Z

Question 6

eight light red circles on my arm the size of a pencil eraser that dont itch.

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Requires direct: observation and evaluation. Cannot be diagnosed with photo documentation; however, I suggest ENT evaluation asap.

Question 7

red bump inside of bellybutton about the size of a pencil eraser and pusses. what could it be?

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Umbilical granuloma?: You have a umbilical infection. See your doctor for proper diagnosis and treatment.

Question 8

stool problem: is it normal for your stools to the size and shape of a pencil one day and big the next day?

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Yes: The size and shape of your stool is determined by how long the stool is in your rectum, and the tightness of your anal muscles.  Long duration in the rectum = larger, harder stools.  Tight anal muscles will make stool 'squeeze out' -- like out of a toothpaste container.
You can stop these swings by getting more fiber (roughage) in your diet or taking benefiber; make sure to get enough water also!

Question 9

my grandson is six weeks old and has a red bump inside his bellybutton about the size of an pencil eraser. it also pusses what could it be?

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Umbilical granuloma: This is an irritated growth. It is usually treated with silver nitrate application to the growth. It gets better in a few weeks. Call the doctor to have them do this simple non urgent procedure.

Question 10

i had a hemroidectomy  on  october  10  and  still in pain having bms. my stool  is the size of a pencil. will i have to have surgery  for stinonis  ?

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Indications 4 surg: At this time you are still in the recovery phase from hemorrhoid surgery and having problems, aka recovery setback. Best to check in with your surgery team about evaluating and treating the pain and change in caliber of your stool. More time, anti-inflammatory medication, an exam of the area (under anesthesia), scope, other imaging may help. Be well.

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I have small round indentation size or a pencil erasor on my forhead?

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Is it normal to get new pencil dot sized dark brown freckles after being out in the sun for a while?

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2 weeks ago, 1 shiny pink-white, perfectly round bump on left shaft. hard to the touch. size of a very sharpened pencil tip = tiny. no other symptoms.

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I have had a small about size of pencil eraser scab on my butt for about 7yrs. it goes away and comes back. only crusty/painful if picked ?

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What is pencil stool? what count as thin stool? what size?

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Eight light red circles on my arm the size of a pencil eraser that dont itch.

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Red bump inside of bellybutton about the size of a pencil eraser and pusses. what could it be?

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Stool problem: is it normal for your stools to the size and shape of a pencil one day and big the next day?

A member asked:

My grandson is six weeks old and has a red bump inside his bellybutton about the size of an pencil eraser. it also pusses what could it be?

A member asked:

I had a hemroidectomy on october 10 and still in pain having bms. my stool is the size of a pencil. will i have to have surgery for stinonis ?

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