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Is A Dermatologist Consultation Advisable For A Painful Lump On The Rib Cage?

In late October last year I saw a tiny red circular dot on my rib cage, didn't think much of it possibly was a mosquito or spider bite. In mid November the dot began growing under the skin to a pinky size dot, was somewhat hard under the skin. December is when it got reddish purple, was tender, and grew to dime size. Last week I was seen by my family doctor who prescribed an antiobiotic and I was to return for her to check it in two week. Just one week later (last week) I went back to her, it is now the slightly larger than a quarter and is very tender, painful even when I try to lay on it to sleep. I had an ultrasound last night and am waiting for results. The doctor wants me to have this surgically removed. Should I consult a dermatologist first? I'm taking Cephalexin antibiotic but it hasn't helped. Recommendations?
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Hello dear

Warm welcome to Healthcaremagic.com
I have evaluated your query in details .

* Most possible reason is inflammation in the cyst type lesion . Must get
surgeon`s opinion rather than dermatologist .

Hope this clears your doubt .
Wishing you fine recovery .

Welcome for any further assistance .
Regards take care .
Dr. Bhagyesh ( MS , FMAS - consultant surgeon )
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Is A Dermatologist Consultation Advisable For A Painful Lump On The Rib Cage?

Hello dear Warm welcome to Healthcaremagic.com I have evaluated your query in details . * Most possible reason is inflammation in the cyst type lesion . Must get surgeon`s opinion rather than dermatologist . Hope this clears your doubt . Wishing you fine recovery . Welcome for any further assistance . Regards take care . Dr. Bhagyesh ( MS , FMAS - consultant surgeon )