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Dermatology (Expert Forum)
Cyst on nose?
Answered by
Alan Rockoff, MD - dermatology, Child Skin Problems
The Rockoff Dermatology Center
Brookline - MA
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Cyst on nose?
by wjle, Mar 12, 2008 06:05AM
About 3 weeks ago, I noticed a raised surface (approx 1 cm in diameter) on the tip (more right side) of my nose. I dismissed it. However, in the past week it is more noticable. It seems to be a bit whiter in color than my skin color, almost a waxy appearance to it. To the touch, it seems to have the same feeling/consistency of other side of my nose that is normal. Doesn't cause any pain, itching etc. I have the idea it is getting bigger and whiter in appearance.On that same side of my nose where my nose meets my face (by nostrils), I have little red veins that have been appearing more over the past 2 years or so. I am 32 years old. Of course this concerns me medically and very much so cosmetically.
Doctor's Answer
by Alan Rockoff, MD, Mar 13, 2008 05:02AM
, Mar 13, 2008 05:02AM
To: wjle
I can't say for sure without seeing you, but this does not sound like a skin cancer or anything else of medical significance. It may be a mole, or it may be irritation, or it may be nothing at all. Blood vessels are common in this region--perhaps you are looking more closely at the area and are noticing them. I advise you to leave the area alone so as not to confuse the issue and show the spot to a skin doctor when you can.
Best.
Dr. Rockoff
Best.
Dr. Rockoff
