I have a hard lump (about 1 inch long) under the skin in the labia majora area. At one end of the lump it appears like it is dark in color under the skin. I first noticed it a couple of months ago when my underwear elastic made it hurt. Recently it became slightly painful intermittently. Sometimes it burns, stings and will itch sometimes. When I go to scratch it without being mindful, it REALLY hurts me. It is also getting sore up into my lower abdomen on the right side (it is on the right side). I ve also had right knee problems recently and I wonder if this could be related.? I called for a Doctor appointment yesterday and they said I need to get in there very soon. So I m going in Friday. In the meantime though I am becoming afraid! Could this be serious? I had a hysterectomy in 2002 but I kept my cervix. I am 62 years old. I hope you can give me some insight.