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Suggest Remedies For Lump On The Left Shoulder In An Elderly Person

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Posted on Tue, 24 Jan 2017
Question: i am 82 have a lump on left should. Dr said roll cuff we will just watch it. it gets bigger and had to be drain 2 times. it hurts at times. no cancer.

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Kay
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Answered by Dr. Hari Charan Perigela (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
It should be observed.

Detailed Answer:
Hi
As per your description, it is a swelling which gradually regresses in course of time.
Your doctor has correctly said.
If the aspirate is clear without pus,there is no need of any Antibiotic.
Nothing to worry.
You can get an MRI of the shoulder for more clarity.
Hope I answered your query.If you have any questions, I will clarify further.
Wish you good health.
Regards
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Suggest Remedies For Lump On The Left Shoulder In An Elderly Person

Brief Answer: It should be observed. Detailed Answer: Hi As per your description, it is a swelling which gradually regresses in course of time. Your doctor has correctly said. If the aspirate is clear without pus,there is no need of any Antibiotic. Nothing to worry. You can get an MRI of the shoulder for more clarity. Hope I answered your query.If you have any questions, I will clarify further. Wish you good health. Regards