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What Could Sore Lump Under The Skin In The Place Of Ingrown Hair Indicate?
Hello I m wondering and about to go to the doctor soon. But I have a lump under my skin where I ve had a ingrown hair you could say or zit like before in the same spot but now it s not like a zit you can pop it s like a lump under the skin the outside looking at it is red thinking it s sore maybe. But it doesn t hurt just sitting or standing. When I press on it, it hurts a little bit. It feels like a ball or marble that s sore not suppose to be there. I need help
Wed, 26 Apr 2023
Hi,
It is possible that the sore lump under the skin where you previously had an ingrown hair could be a cyst or an abscess. A cyst is a sac filled with fluid, pus, or other material that can develop under the skin. An abscess is a collection of pus that forms in a cavity or tissue of the body. Both can be caused by infections, blockages, or trauma to the skin.
If the lump is painful, red, or has increased in size, it is important to see a healthcare provider for evaluation and possible treatment. Your healthcare provider may perform a physical exam, ask you questions about your symptoms, and possibly order diagnostic tests such as imaging or a biopsy.
Treatment for a cyst or abscess may include antibiotics, drainage of the fluid or pus, or surgical removal. It is important to not try to pop or drain the lump yourself, as this can lead to further infection or complications.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Priyanka, General & Family Physician
It is possible that the sore lump under the skin where you previously had an ingrown hair could be a cyst or an abscess. A cyst is a sac filled with fluid, pus, or other material that can develop under the skin. An abscess is a collection of pus that forms in a cavity or tissue of the body. Both can be caused by infections, blockages, or trauma to the skin.
If the lump is painful, red, or has increased in size, it is important to see a healthcare provider for evaluation and possible treatment. Your healthcare provider may perform a physical exam, ask you questions about your symptoms, and possibly order diagnostic tests such as imaging or a biopsy.
Treatment for a cyst or abscess may include antibiotics, drainage of the fluid or pus, or surgical removal. It is important to not try to pop or drain the lump yourself, as this can lead to further infection or complications.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Priyanka, General & Family Physician
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