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I have what looks like a really large white head on my thigh. there's no mass underneath and only a slight amount of redness around the area.

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Dr. Philip Miller answered

Abscess/cyst: This may be a sebaceous cyst with abscess possibly forming. Cannot be diagnosed online without photo documentation.

Dr Kuitems and 5 doctors agreed

Answered 11/28/2017

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A member asked:

I have what looks like a really large white head on my thigh. there's no mass underneath and only a slight amount of redness around the area.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Philip Miller answered

Dr Kuitems and 5 doctors agreed

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