hello, i am 29 years old male. i have some nodules on my arms and one on my thigh. they don't hurt at all. but i am not sure what they are. ?

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I have a nodule under my arm and in the crease of my upper thigh its hard and rather painful when i poke it what could it be don't think its an ingrown?

Answer 1

Get seen: Nobody here can tell you without examining you. Chances are they are benign, but you'd do well to have your physician see them on your next annual physical.

Answer 2

Yes: Dyspareunia is a frequent symptom of ovarian cysts.

Answer 3

Yes: Cystic or enlarged ovaries can cause pain and painful sex.

Answer 4

Several: A type of back support called a pregnancy harness can help as you progress with the pregnancy and guided exercise as long as it is cleared by your ob/gyn. A tens unit can also be of benefit.

Answer 5

Exam first: There has been a lot of great diagnostic skill derived from years of training & practice that your physician can bring to the process of examining a patient.After an exam, the physician can decide if additional studies are necessary prior to treatment.

Answer 6

Needs to be examined: An examination will go along way in determining what might be the problem as well as what teats need to be performed and what can be done.

Answer 7

Maybe, but...: You should have your son medically evaluated to help determine the cause of his pain. He may need an MRI, but usually Doctors start out with a physical exam, and then x-rays. Depending on the findings, your Doctor may recommend an MRI or other additional imaging procedure.

Answer 8

Can be: Always better to be safe than sorry, so get in with your obgyn and get checked. Vast likelihood is that you are fine. Good luck!

Answer 9

Yes and No: Early in the recovery it is not unusual to have swelling from the knee down into the ankle and foot. With healing proper circulation is reestablished and usually the swelling returns to a more normal state. Ice, elevation, and compression and education may help but if the swelling persist too long more aggressive treatment may be needed. See, your surgeon.

Answer 10

Depends: If non-painful swelling it may be from the surgery or venous flow issue. If painful then radiographs would be needed and check for dvt.

Answer 11

Show the dr: Who performed the knee surgery. He is an orthopedist and should be able to help.

Answer 12

Compression: Use a compression stocking or compression socks to help with the edema. Very slow to decrease and may never be normal size again.

Answer 13

Elevate on 3 pillows: Swelling is normal after knee replacement for about 6weeks post op. If swelling goes down with elevation its probably normal. If it does not, it may indicate a DVT or blood clot in your leg. See you surgeon asap if that is the case.

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