for my daughter

[tommie910]

my daughter has a white lump on her face about an inch under her eye it is hard with no puss what could it be?.

[Bhupinder Kaur, MD]

Hello,
The best way to prevent milia is to avoid treating your skin with excessively harsh chemicals and to limit sun exposure. Apply mild soaps like dove or baby soaps and if the symptoms persist then get an evaluation done from a dermatologist.

I hope it helps. Take care and regards.

[tommie910]

my only problem is my ex wife always says its nothing and she will be fine so its hard to get her to the doctor.thanks for your opion it helps alot.

[Bhupinder Kaur, MD]

Hi,
It can be due to milia or a sebaceous cyst. Milia are common in children and are white pimples that occur mostly on the upper cheeks, nose and chin. A sebaceous cyst is a closed sac occurring just under the skin which contains a "pasty" or "cheesy" looking substance called keratin.

To confirm the diagnosis, I suggest you to get an evaluation done from a dermatologist.
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 doctor. I sincerely hope that helps. Take care and please do keep me posted on how you are doing.