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I have a 4 cm long, 1 cm wide skin nodule in the upper left of my pelvis, that is mobile and tender since 1 week, with no other symptoms. what could it be?

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Dr. Deborah Ungerleider answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Without seeing this, it would be difficult to determine what it is. It could be a benign growth, such as a lipoma, but these are often not tender. It could also be an infection/abscess which needs treatment. If there was trauma to the area, it could be a hematoma (bruise/collection of blood). There are also other causes...please see your doctor to be properly diagnosed and treated if needed.

Answered 5/18/2022

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Anything tender under the skin could be related to mild trauma or bump into a hard surface that can cause a small bleed under the skin. Watch the surface of the skin on top of this lump and see if it shows as a bruise. Most trauma related lumps will resolve and go away in 2 to 3 weeks. If it is still present or grows in size you should visit with a physician who can examine you and guide you furth

Answered 5/18/2022

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