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I have a small hard painless lump on the right side of my neck. It is not visible, but can be palpated. it almost feels fixed to the hyoid bone, and moves up and down as I swallow. It has gradually gotten bigger and has been interfering with swallowing. Sometime it seems to get "caught" in the surrounding muscle when I swallow, and causes quite a b

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Please get sonography of neck to confirm the lump,if any other lumps also present deeper down and also the anatomy of the lump; so that you can get it evaluated further. ...  Read More

Neck pains a lot and there's a hard lump which has appeared recently . Is there something I need to worry about

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It's due to muscle spasm, and inflammation, start with analgesics, rest for few days and contrast bath for 2 to 3 days. ...  Read More

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Sir i have a hard stony lumps on back side of my neck since 7 years.its small but its now became bigger.Its painless .my question is there any danger.when i press the lumps some smelly white substance coming out from.is there any medicine plz help..

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It may be sebaceous gland cyst Do local sonography there is nothing to worry about ...  Read More

I have a small hard lump that doesn't move on my groin line and its been there a while now is it something to worry about

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Plz mention the size. Since how long is the lump? ...  Read More

Small lump on the right side of neck......................... ...............

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HELLO, VERY INCOMPLETE QUERY. HEARD, SOFT. NECK IS SO LONG, IS IT NEAR CLAVICLE OR MID OF NECK. SO MOST PROBABLY IT IS LYMPNODE IF HARD IN CONSISTENCY SO CONSULT A GENERAL SURGEON. TILL THAN, TABL ...  Read More

I have multiple small size hard lumps on back side of stomach, two lumps on right hand since one year,in winter season some time painful.Stomach lumps not visible.I am very tense.

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Need clinical examination, visit to hospital ...  Read More

Since past 3 weeks, I noticed a small lump on right shoulder, it is hard. I never had such lump previously at this spot, so I am worried. How to cure it and what is this lump.

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Hello, more clinical details &photo required. ...  Read More

Small lump in hard plate when touch my toungue to hard plate its feel like a lump I visted dentist to he told its salivary gland I need sugesstion i could go away please

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Clinical examination is required to check properly and diagnose your problem ...  Read More

At first I had a growth behind my neck it has gone and now I have a small lump on my neck

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Please Consult nearby surgeon in person As detailed clinical examination is needed ...  Read More

I had a small pea sized hard lump just below my vagina, I burst the lump and a clear liquid came out and it bled a bit, it wasn't sore at all, but now it's just a small hard lump and it's quite embarrassing, how do i get rid of it? will I try fucidin cream?

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Hi It needs physical examination to better diagnosis and treatment . Consult to gynecologist near by you. ...  Read More

Have a lump in my right side cheek for past 10 days no pain. Any medicines for this .. attached image

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Do you have acne ? There are medications available Contact for online consultation ...  Read More

Hello Doctor, I have developed some small, hard bumps on my face. These bumps are firm (hard like a stone) and are not itchy or painful. They have a white tip. When I accidentally squeeze them, a thick, white, cheese-like substance comes out from inside. These bumps are persistent and do not go away. Please help me understand what these are and wha

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Kindly consult it can be closed comedomes or milia After proper history and examination treatment can be planned ...  Read More

I am having itchy white skin and a small lump also whitish just at the opening of the anus. I am having problems while sitting down with a burning sensation around anus. Is it dangerous or will it be resolved on its own?

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These symptoms and signs could be suggestive of two possibilities 1. ANAL FISSURE WITH SENTINEL PILE 2. FISTULA IN ANO WITH ABSCESS Needs clinical examination by a specialist. ...  Read More

Having a small lump near the anus under the skin for the last 2 weeks. Soft and movable, but I get a feel for it while I am touching, a little bit of swelling in the morning near the anus.

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Hello This is probably something known as a sentinel tag seen in fissure of the anus Start Sitz bath 2 times a day for 20 mins each High fiber diet And plenty of oral fluids ...  Read More

My scrotum area has been itching since a year now I can feel hard small lumps under scrotum area and skin is very dry and swell, what to do and which doctor to consult. Confused between sexologist/urologist/dermatologist

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Consult a Dermatologist ...  Read More

​"I developed a small lump on my head after being struck by a ball. Twenty days later, the lump is still present and remains painful to the touch

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Detailed medical history needs to be assessed before starting you on your personalised treatment Kindly share a clear picture in good lighting of affected area ...  Read More

It has been around 10 days, I got this small acne type lump in my scalp. Initially I thought some dandruff type stuff.. so i scratched the outer part. I don't know what it is.. no itching no bleeding no pain.. just like this only. Any medicine ?

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Can help you kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management ...  Read More

I have a small lump on the right side of my neck (cervical area) for about 6 months. It started around 1 cm and now feels about 1.5 cm. It is painless, slightly firm, and movable under the skin. I haven’t had any symptoms like fever, weight loss, or night sweats. I do have ongoing scalp issues—lice infestation and scalp psoriasis. I wan

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Better get an USG neck evaluation done. If there are no specific symptoms then dont worry . Also get a proper neck examination to rule out presence of other swellings if any ...  Read More

Small hard cyst without pain near my knee last notice 1 year back. No pain no itching, what should I do.

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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 sir Good morning My husband age 32 , 3 days back he has seen a hard lump inside under the testacles, he has no pain, no any other symptoms. Please help us is there any medical emergency?? We are so tense Plz guide us.. Thankyou in advaance

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Consult for discussion and treatment ...  Read More

I am having a painless lump in neck below the jaw more than one inch long since 4 weeks. It is hard and immovable and i think it has grown a little also. I consulted a physician who said it is due to infection by swelling of gland and recommended medicine for same for 5 days. In 5 days it has shown little improvement but again it has grown to same

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Reactive (infective) lymph nodes are usually tender, soft, and mobile and tend to reduce steadily with treatment. The behavior you describe suggests that further testing is necessary.like cbc ...  Read More

Hi My Wife has a Small Lump on Right Thigh ( Inner side of Thigh, Just above Knee cap) Though it is normally painless, when beaten on it, even gently, it causes big pain.. It is not reddish; It is in same skin colour as adjacent portions... It exists for almost 10 years.. without any change in shape or colour.. Can I know what it is and how should

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This lump is most likely benign, such as a lipoma or nerve-related lump. An ultrasound will confirm the diagnosis, and treatment is usually simple or not required unless it causes discomfort. ...  Read More

I have a small movable lump inside my lower jaw, it doesn't pain but i noticed it recently when i had cough and cold. I have tonsillitis problem from childhood. I can move the lump and its on left side below the teeth which can be touched from below. What it can be , Is it serious

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I think with what you described its a probable lymph node Any infection of oral cavity can cause this If not pain and no increase in size then okay ...  Read More

I notice breast swelling and hard lumps, with mild pain that increases before my periods. Kindly explain and suggest.

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Breast swelling, hard or lumpy areas, and mild pain that worsens before periods are commonly due to hormonal changes. Common in women of reproductive age. Symptoms usually improve after periods start ...  Read More

Hard bone Lump on posterior pharynx wall I don't know what is this and I saw I week ago that there is bump on my back of uvula on throat. When I touch it feels like bone structure it don't pain don't have a problem in drinking eating or any other problem I am scared I don't know what is this and here is the image

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Its spinous process ...  Read More

Hard bone type lump is behind uvula in the wall of throat and it don't pain and when I touch it feels like bone I don't have any problem in drinking and eating

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Hi, I am Dr. Atul Kumar Nimawat MS ENT. A painless, hard, bone-like lump behind the uvula that does not interfere with eating or swallowing is most likely a benign bony prominence of the cervical spi ...  Read More

I’m 34 days postpartum after a c-section. I’ve noticed a hard, sore, spherical lump below my navel. It’s about the size of a small melon, and the diameter extends from my incision scar up to my belly button. It feels firm and slightly tender when I press on it. I’m otherwise feeling okay, no fever or chills. I’m wonder

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Connect ...  Read More

I got a small swelling on my neck with pain in it. I went to the doctor and he said it's most probably an insect bite and give me a medicine and ointment for 5 days. The pain went and somehow the swelling has also reduced but still small swelling is there and it's not going. Kindly suggest what it is and what to do. I have attached photos. The firs

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Should wait for 2 weeks if swelling doesn’t subside, go for Usg neck ...  Read More

My baby suddenly developed a small lump in his left arm. Which is hard but doesn't show any discomfort while touching. I doubt if it's due to vaccination which was given at birth. Should I do anything for this or let it. The next vaccine is due in two days. Please advise.

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Please elaborate on the site of the lump. A picture would be helpful. Does it hurt when touched, any overlying redness or pus discharge. Induration at the BCG vaccine site is a known occurrence but it ...  Read More

I always had. Small lump over many years on right side neck in middle But now from past one month its swollen increased innsize skin slightly red,swells more in night I am hyperthyroid and on carbimazole and also has hasmitos Both antibodies postive Have devloped lot of scalp acne despite washing hair twice

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You need to visit your endocrinologist and also see a skin specialist regarding your scalp issue. You need examination and some tests to confirm the problem ...  Read More

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