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Currently have a bump in my lower back. pimple/cyst-like, occasional pus. no growth, but has existed for half a year. ?
7 doctors weighed in across 4 answers
Pilonidal cyst: This might be a pilonidal cyst and I would have it looked at as it can lead to a pilonidal abscess and need surgery if it gets to that point. Very common in the low back near the buttocks.
Answered 5/18/2015
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Be examined: This sounds like a sebaceous cyst. This may need to be removed to resolve it. All the best.
Answered 5/18/2015
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Staph abscess: If the bump gets pussy with occasion discharge it is an abscess, most likely from staph. It is critical that you get it drained properly with a culture from the pus fir MRSA, which require more consultant monitoring and treatment to avoid painful and serious complications. Get better:)
Answered 5/17/2015
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Get examined: this needs to be examined and possibly drained.
Answered 7/22/2016
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