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I have a lump on my stomach it looks like a bug bite it has a small hole & it itch really bad & it's red and sore is it a bug bite or a fatty tumor?

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Dr. Daniel Mckenna answered

Specializes in General Surgery

Bug bite: Rarely would a fatty tumor lead to overlying skin changes.

Answered 3/13/2013

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Dr. John Walker answered

Specializes in Plastic Surgery

Show someone: It could be serious, maybe not, but for sure you need to show someone to make sure it's not: er or urgent care, asap.

Answered 12/10/2013

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Dr. Kenneth Grossman answered

Insect sting: The fact that it itches and has a small hole in the middle leads me to it is an insect or bug bite. Disinfect and then try a steroid creme. If this doesn't help see your dr!

Dr Donnelly agreed

Answered 3/14/2013

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A member asked:

I have a lump on my stomach it looks like a bug bite it has a small hole & it itch really bad & it's red and sore is it a bug bite or a fatty tumor?

4 doctors weighed in across 3 answers

Dr. Daniel Mckenna answered

Dr. John Walker answered

Dr. Kenneth Grossman answered

Dr Donnelly agreed

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