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Dermatology (Expert Forum)
Red lump on upper right groin
Answered by
Alan Rockoff, MD - dermatology, Child Skin Problems
The Rockoff Dermatology Center
Brookline - MA
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Red lump on upper right groin
by billy44, Feb 05, 2007 12:00AM
Starting on Thursday I noticed a red lump on my upper right groin...like, above the penis, below the stomach. it's gotten slightly larger, and today had a little black spot on it as well. it almost looks and feels like a large zit. it's somewhat painful, but mostly from irriation I think rubbing against my leg and clothes. any advice??
Doctor's Answer
by Alan Rockoff, MD, Feb 05, 2007 12:00AM
, Feb 05, 2007 12:00AM
Since it came on quickly, this is probably an infected or inflamed follicle. I suggest warm compresses and an antibiotic like bacitracin or neosporin, and no squeezing. If it doesn't go down in a few days, or if it gets larger and more painful, you should see a doctor. But many of these episodes are taken care of by the body itself, with a little help.
Best.
Dr. Rockoff
Best.
Dr. Rockoff
Member Comments (2)
by andysimons, Aug 05, 2007 09:39AM
To: billy44
I have the same thing, its abouve the penis slightly, and its like a big spot, I noticed it because it itched!, but it doesnt itch now, I have a question for you if you could email me on ***@**** thanks.
by aw52, Jun 11, 2008 05:30PM
A related discussion, help pls :) was started.
