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White bump that is just under skin

This bump is on the skin and seems kind of hard. I have a picture of it attached, so please could someone tell me what this is.
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563773 tn?1374246539
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Hello,
Lymphadenopathy (swollen lymph nodes) is usually caused by a viral or bacterial infection. Other causes include allergic reactions, arthritis, cancer, metabolic diseases, and an overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism). Maybe you had a viral infection at that time which resulted in swollen lymph node.

It is very difficult to precisely confirm a diagnosis without examination and investigations and the answer is based on the medical information provided. For exact diagnosis, you are requested to consult your dermatologist. I sincerely hope that helps. Take care and please do keep me posted on how you are doing.



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Was told it was a swollen lymph node gland and antibiotics seemed to make it slightly smaller but didnt get rid of it.  Sorry for such a long time to reply
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563773 tn?1374246539
MEDICAL PROFESSIONAL
Hello,
It looks like a cyst or some kind of benign skin growth. A sebaceous cyst is a closed sac occurring just under the skin which contains a "pasty" or "cheesy" looking substance called keratin. Blocked sebaceous glands, swollen hair follicles and excessive testosterone production will cause such cysts.

Generally no treatment is required but they become painful then it means they are infected, Then surgical excision by traditional wide excision, minimal excision, and punch biopsy excision may be required.

It is very difficult to precisely confirm a diagnosis without examination and investigations and the answer is based on the medical information provided. For exact diagnosis, you are requested to consult your dermatologist. I sincerely hope that helps. Take care and please do keep me posted on how you are doing.


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