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I Have A Painless Pea Sized Lump Just Under The Skin Near My Abs What Could It Be
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I have a painless pea sized lump just under the skin near my abs. What could it be?
Cyst, lipoma: This could be cyst, a lipoma or benign lesion. It could represent another type of growth and from the des ription alone it is impossible to give a definitive answer. It is best ot see a doctor for proper diansosis and possible removal ...Read more
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I found a hard pea-sized painless lump just inside my anus under the skin. I do have hemorroids, but this lump is not soft and not painful. ?
It is most likely: an "old" clotted hemorroid! These wind up as tiny lumps (old clots) in one of the small veins! You can easily have this checked out in a routine office visit to your PCP (Primary Care Provider..with a simple rectal exam! Hope this helps! Dr Z ...Read more
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What is a small pea size lump,under the skin on the forehead, painless?
Many things: most likely a cyst or lipoma. please see your doctor for a visual evaluation. ...Read more
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I have a small round lump about the size of a pea under the skin of my underarm its painless but should I get it checked?
Possibly: Most likely it is just an enlarged lymph node. If its been there for a short time you would most likely be ok with waiting an seeing if it goes away within the next week. If it becomes painful, swollen, res or you develop fevers then be seen sooner. If its been there a while then consider having it eyeballed by a doctor. ...Read more
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Hard pea size lump under my armpit have stayed the same over 10 years, just noticed became slightly bigger but no pain, its moveable under the skin.
Sounds like a cyst: Sounds like a cyst. These can easily be removed in a local outpatient setting. Consult with a dermatologist and they can explain to you what it take to get it removed. Good luck. Dr. Kosari ...Read more
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Pea size lump under the skin in my back near my neck
i noticed it about 1 week ago
No changing in size
No pain
Should I see doctor?
Follow: It may be a tiny lymph node or a cyst. If increasing in size or if signs of infection become evident; follow up with your doctor. ...Read more
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There's a pea/dime sized lump under the skin of my upper inner thigh. It's been there while with no pain. What is it? How to treat/get rid of?
In that location: possibly a Sebaceous Cyst ( Plugged sweat gland) and the only sure way of removal is surgery (MINOR) Hope this helps! Dr Z ...Read more
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On top of rip cage noticed small hard pea sized lump under the skin, can move it a bit and no pain, is it a cyst? Fatty tissue, normal? See doctor?
See doc: See your doctor to have this biopsied if needed. ...Read more
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I've noticed a small lump recently under the skin. size of pea 2 inches below my belly button. There is no pain, but today I wanted to poo but can't.
Lump: The lump sounds like it is subcutaneous, meaning just under the skin. This should not have an impact on your bowels or cause constipation. For the constipation, try a stool softener and keep yourself hydrated, eating plenty of fruits and vegetables. ...Read more
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Our 12 yr old son, has a quarter size red spot just to the right side of his right nipple. It feels like a hard pea size lump just under the skin.
INFECTION: Quarter size red spot overlying a pea size hard mass (lymph node swelling) is probably an active infection if there is associated pain and fever. If not, may be the lymph node swelling is a result of prior infection of nearby area. If doesn't resolve in a week or two or getting worse, see his pediatrician. ...Read more
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About a month ago I noticed a pea-sized lump under the skin near the base of the penis. It just recently started to become slightly painful. Advice?
Here are some ...: The described pea-sized lump, which may be a sebaceous cyst or a small lipoma, may become infected or inflamed. For the time being, leave it alone or apply warm pack (don't burn the skin!) 2 times x 5-10 minutes daily and see if improving or resolving in 4-7 days. If not as expected, see Doc for confirmation and care timely. Note: Not seeing & palpating it makes giving an accurate Dx hard. Best... ...Read more
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I have a small pea size lump, not tender just above my L hip at the front of the body just under the skin any ideas doc ?
Benign bump skin: Sounds like a Dermatofibroma, benign (not cancer) growth from fibrous tissue due to prior trauma in the area. You might have had a pimple or bug bite that healed and "by mistake", made your body form this pebble- like lesion. If it's not very firm, could be other benigns:Lipoma: a Tumor of fatty cells. Cyst:Sac of skin cells&sebum But, if the lesion grows, changes or hurts, go to the Doc. ...Read more
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I am having pea size lumps just under the skin on both side of spine on back & also some on lose skin of hand n tummy. Is this a serious matter.
Cannot tell: Without seeing these and feeling them there is no way to predict what they are. See a dermatologist. ...Read more
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I have a pea sized lump under the skin near my urethra. Painful to touch, painful to wipe. Been there a few days. The pain is dull, doesnt hurt to pee?
See a doctor: You should let a doctor check this soon. ...Read more
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I am having weird pea sized lump under the skin, any idea what this is?
Different options: That area has a lot of things in it both in the skin and below it. Sweat glands, hair follicles and skin cysts as well as lymph nodes, fatty tissue, vessels, muscles and other things. Is the lump growing, inflamed, painful, painless, draining, recurrent or constant, moveable or fixed...? Each of these (and many more) will provide your doc the answers as to what it is and what needs to be done. ...Read more
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Hi I found a pea-size lump under the skin on my lower back. What could it be?
Several things: Sebaceous cyst, pimple, lipoma, dermal nevus and others. Need to have doctor see, ,feel the lump in order to give you proper answer. Sorry not more helpful. Best of luck with this. Dr R ...Read more
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Pea sized lump under skin near clitoris? Had for a few months, can't move it much under the skin. What could it be?
Needs to be seen: Lumps, bumps, blisters and other skin abnormalities on the genitals need to be evaluated. An examination will be needed to know the cause and treatment. ...Read more
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I have a lump on my jawline under the skin the size of a small pea had it for 3 to 4 weeks now what is it ?
See your doctor ASAP: Any lump on your jawline under the skin, regardless the size, that lasts longer than 2-3 weeks should be checked by your doctor. ...Read more
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I have a hard pea sized lump in my earlobe under the skin. Been there for 2 days now... What is it and will it go away?
Noit: will not go may need excision if interfere with daily lif ...Read more
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Small hard pea size lump in the beginning of my anus (inside)!!!! It's under the skin! Please tell me what is it? I have no STIs
Hemorrhoids?: A hard lump under the skin can sometimes be a hemorrhoid (swollen or clotted rectal vein). Depending on the location they can be painful or not painful. If painful, any general practitioner can remove a clot from a hemorrhoid with immediate relief. Otherwise, keep an eye on it and visit your doctor to confirm the diagnosis if it doesn't improve. ...Read more