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Its been a while now that I have noticed these lumps taking shape in my arms (just below the elbow and on the forearms) and on my thighs. They are soft and fluffy and move if i push them anywhere from above the skin. I started going to the gym since one year now but have not found a significant development (muscular development) in my arms. Is it d

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Greetings. There can be few medical conditions associated with such presentation and should be ruled out by meeting a Dermatologist. The information provided is limited. A thorough history and clinic ...  Read More

I am having small lumps in my both arms under skin..I am having approx 4-5 small lumps and 2 in back also....I want to know exactly what it is...and is it curable or not..!!

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Please seek a consult with a surgeon ASAP ...  Read More

Small lump like features can be felt under the skin of arms. Previously, had itching issues over the same regions. These lumps are persistent and have been there for almost a month and half now.

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It's fat tissues . for detailed information do direct online consultation with photos ...  Read More

Dry skin patches seen in legs and arms as shown in attached picture. What can be done to get rid of these patches?

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It's xerosis.. Please regularly use moisturising creams.. use syndet bars instead of soaps.. if not resolved get a direct consultation for proper management ...  Read More

Its been 8 years since i got something in my skin in my arms and legs. That's the part where my pimples grow. And mostly, there are black spots inside my skin that is visible outside. And it is like a hair that cant grow outside my skin. Because there are parts that i can pinch and a tiny hair appears. What is the best thing shall i do?

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U r suffering from seborrheic dermatitis.. Medicine available for good improvement...... Do direct online consultation by sending photos, otherwise meet me at my clinic, for accurate diagnosis and tr ...  Read More

I have a lump under arms..it's not visible outside, it s under the skin. It is not painful too. Can I know what causes it? And how can it be treated? Thanks.

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Need to check ...  Read More

My husband has got lumps on different parts of body(arm, thighs etc). The arm one is from last 4 5 years. Sometimes i feel it is growing and sometimes it looks of same size. I read somewhere this is one of the symptom of cancer. What should we do? What are the tests to be conducted for this? Please help

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Please consult, it may need further tests ...  Read More

My wife has painful lumps under skin and she is weighted around 120kgs and these lumps hurts if pressed hardly so is there anything to be worried about and these lumps are there in thighs ,arms,legs etc .what should be done next.

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

Hi. My friend had a little skin lump on his leg on thighs since few days. And the size of the lump increased now. He has no pain though in that area but die to this he is unable to walk properly. Please advise. I am attaching a picture of it. There is no pus as well in the lump area.

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This seems to be pyogenic granuloma needs formal consultation ...  Read More

I have developed a lot of Rashes on my arms, legs and neck. There is a lot of itching too. After getting a blood test done, I have found the Eosinophil count to be high @ 560/cmm.

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It may b urticarial rash due to many reasons . Rule out food allergy , any medication allergy, dental caries ,urine infection,low hb level. Start levosiz m tablet one at ...  Read More

Hello Doctor, I am writing about a skin concern on my upper arms. I did my first ever body waxing on 12th September. About 5 days later, from last week onwards, I started noticing very small, rough bumps on both upper arms which look like "chicken skin". The texture feels rough and bumpy to touch. There is mild redness but no severe itching, no pus

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Yes l, you are right. It could be post-wax Folliculitis or KP. But you need to get it thoroughly checked by a dermatologist. And secondly, yes there are treatment options available and ways to prevent ...  Read More

I've three small lumps under my skin on stomach area , it's hurts when it get touched

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

Skin rash is on my arms and chest but not itchy small red dot in chest and arms and some on stomach I had sexual intercourse with men and after I got this kind of rash and I am afraid of hiv So please explain

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

My baby got vaccinated on November 12th. There is small lumps in her legs where injection has given. I am keeping ice on that area. Please give some tips to treat it at home. Thanks.

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I need to ask few more questions before answering your query. Early consultations can prevent complications. Kindly contact me on whatsapp chat (84960595sixfive) Dr Faisal Zoheb MBBS , MD PAEDIATRICS ...  Read More

Since 2-3days I have red spots in my arms and legs it's itching not able to sleep I have attached the photo also

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Take consultation and discuss in detail ...  Read More

Hi, I have a lump on my leg, which is located right on my side of leg adjacent to the thighs on the left leg. is it possible to clear it naturally or do I need surgery. Attached the image of the lump. Please note it is not painful it just feels like a fat lump when I press on it. On occasions it does pain when I touch it.

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

My son who is 22 months old has a lump on his left leg just above the knee and behind . We have been observing this from past 4 days. Got ultrasound n blood tests done. No infection in the blood. The infrasound report says "A multilobulated ill marinated non tender hypo-anchors lesion with internal echoes and apparent peripheral soft tissue showing

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Visit with orthopedic specialist. ...  Read More

Persistent issue for past 2 years with skin on arms becoming dark and itchy and bruised due to scratching.

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Consult online for diagnosis and treatment. ...  Read More

Sir their is a small lump cluster of lumps on my penis shaft in a particular area only its been 2 months its the same as it is. It is of skin colour and its not painful. I never had sex i dont know why i have this issue is it something serious ? Please help

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Need detail history and examination And if require , some basic tests. ...  Read More

A few days back I noticed a small lump under my skin near a vein that is usually not visible but when I keep the hand in certain positions it becomes visible. Its a bit bluish and I can move the skin above it also when I rub my fingers over it back and forth it seems to move. What could it be?

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Could you share the picture of it ...  Read More

Hello Doc I gave my daughter 16 month vaccine on Tuesday and applied ice but still she has lump on her leg. Please suggest me what to do now it's been 3 days now.

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Lump can last for 15 days or more after vaccine. But it should slowly decrease and not be painful or red. No need to worry usually. Visit a pediatrician for a check up. ...  Read More

My mom is having sugar and thyroid. Sugar levels are very high. Thyroid also. Now recently got some lump in kalf.(Leg). From past two weeks. Is there any reason? What are the tests we have to do now ?

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-According to your query and sign and symptom you want to know about the cause and Treatment of disease as you have mentioned as above as - -Please take consultation for better evaluation and best Tr ...  Read More

From fast few days I have weakness in arms and legs or like restlessness in legs while laying down and feeling weakness in my left arm and hand and I get to loss of certain things like alcohol and dead rat . Is this normal or should I consult a doctor

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Better to get neurologist opinion . If your a hypertensive get your Blood pressure checked . You may need to do routine blood work up as well ...  Read More

Reply me how does a lump looks on leg from outside reply me reply reply me reply me reply me reply me

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Normal nodular swelling ...  Read More

Hi Doctors, After a long time, yesterday I played cricket and badminton rigorously for almost 2 hours. I bowled with a lot of force. Today I am feeling muscular pain in right arm, shoulder and legs which makes me feel lethargic. Plz suggest some good pain killer for this.

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Avoid fried food and spicy food Water intake more Green leafy vegetables and fruits Fiber meal Do connect and consult ...  Read More

There has been some different feeling in my arms and legs . Its not something like cramps . Used multiple MR but of no help.. it gets better for sometime when i apply diclofenac or hot water compression .. my cbc counts are within normal limits .. please help

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Need to understand more about issues or you take a consultation with neurologist ...  Read More

I recently travelled on a sunny day and after returning home after sometime my fore arms started itching and I could see some patchy areas where the skin looks like it was damaged with scaly skin and thick patches.

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Plz connect online with pictures for proper assessment and detailed prescription. ...  Read More

I noticed a cyst or a lump under my forearm skin 2 months ago. It is not visible but I feel it by touching it. It is just under my skin and is of a size of small grain. I can collect it in my pinch and I believe it is not on my muscle. Should I be worried

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It could be a lipoma (an extra fat growth) or a sebaceous cyst. If it is increasing in size or if it's painful then consult a surgeon to get it checked. ...  Read More

I noticed a cyst or a lump under my forearm skin 2 months ago. It is not visible but I feel it by touching it. It is just under my skin and is of a size of small grain. I can collect it in my pinch and I believe it is not on my muscle. Should I be worried

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It’s very difficult to comment on the nature of the cyst by the description . It is better. You consult a physician in person so that he can examine the same and opine. ...  Read More

Feeling a lump oval hard under forehead skin. Was having cold and sinus which reduced now. Worried on lump feeling increased

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Go for check up to nearby hospital ...  Read More

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