HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

How To Get Rid Of Itchy Bump On Neck?

I have a bump on my neck. It's been there for about 2 weeks. Initially, I thought it was a bite of some sorts. It has turned red and was very dry and a bit itchy. I'm using 1% Hydrocortisone cream on it but it doesn't appear to be helping. Any ideas? Should I go see a Dermatologist?
Fri, 23 Oct 2015
Report Abuse
General Surgeon,  's  Response
Hi.
Thanks for your query.
Noted your history of bump on the neck since 2 weeks which you thought as a bite hence applied 1 % Hydrocortisone cream on it without help. It has now turned red, was very dry and bit itchy.
Yes, it is worth a visit to a dermatologist as a clinical evaluation, examination and final diagnosis is a possibility.
If this would have been an infected lymph node or an infected sebaceous cyst, it would have progressed to an abscess formation and further complications like cellulitis and so on.
You may need a good antihistamine, oral steroid if needed, may be an antibiotic and so on.
Stop applying anything locally till seen by a Dermatologist.
I find this answer helpful
Note: For further inquiries on surgery procedure and its risks or complications book an appointment now
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 

Related questions you may be interested in


Loading Online Doctors....
How To Get Rid Of Itchy Bump On Neck?

Hi. Thanks for your query. Noted your history of bump on the neck since 2 weeks which you thought as a bite hence applied 1 % Hydrocortisone cream on it without help. It has now turned red, was very dry and bit itchy. Yes, it is worth a visit to a dermatologist as a clinical evaluation, examination and final diagnosis is a possibility. If this would have been an infected lymph node or an infected sebaceous cyst, it would have progressed to an abscess formation and further complications like cellulitis and so on. You may need a good antihistamine, oral steroid if needed, may be an antibiotic and so on. Stop applying anything locally till seen by a Dermatologist.