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My son age 10 has a bruise that is hard and small like a marble on his butt. he believes its from a fall-6 months ago. is this dangerous?

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Dr. Rene Perez answered

Likely not: Best to have him examined, appropriate labwork done to rule out most dangerous causes.

Dr Chuu agreed

Answered 11/28/2017

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Dr. Subramaniam Arumugam answered

Specializes in Plastic Surgery

Could be a cyst: It could be a cyst and was noticed after the bruise or it could be from the actual injury. In either case, should see a surgeon or a plastic surgeon. Let him/her examine and advise.

Answered 11/12/2013

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A member asked:

My son age 10 has a bruise that is hard and small like a marble on his butt. he believes its from a fall-6 months ago. is this dangerous?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Rene Perez answered

Dr Chuu agreed

Dr. Subramaniam Arumugam answered

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