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How Can An Arm Lump With Soreness And Itching Be Treated?

hi, approx 7 years ago i found a lump on the inside of my upper arm and went to the doctors who said ot was a cyst and if it wasnt bothering me could be left and it would hopefully go away by itself. it is now considerably bigger and extremely sore to touch and is also itchy. could this be something serious should i go get it checked out
Thu, 14 Aug 2014
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1.Symptoms suggest an infective aetiology - but duration of the lump suggest lipoma ( fat content).
2.The most possible chances are Infective in relation to symptoms.
3.If you are my patient i would have examined and ask for the ultrasound lesion - to find out the nature, origin and extensions of the lesion.
4.Depending upon the size - a course of antibiotic may help, in bigger size a small incision and drainage may be necessary.

Hope it helps you. Wish you a good health.
Anything to ask ? do not hesitate. Thank you.
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How Can An Arm Lump With Soreness And Itching Be Treated?

welcome to Health care magic. 1.Symptoms suggest an infective aetiology - but duration of the lump suggest lipoma ( fat content). 2.The most possible chances are Infective in relation to symptoms. 3.If you are my patient i would have examined and ask for the ultrasound lesion - to find out the nature, origin and extensions of the lesion. 4.Depending upon the size - a course of antibiotic may help, in bigger size a small incision and drainage may be necessary. Hope it helps you. Wish you a good health. Anything to ask ? do not hesitate. Thank you.