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Is A Persistent Black Bump Filled With White Fluid Near The Collar Bone A Concern?

I have had this tiny black hole near my collar bone since I first notice it when I was around ten and ever since I have been squeezing it a white toothpaste like substance comes out sometimes it smells sometime it doesn t but when I pinch my skin it comes out what is it

posted on Tue, 24 Jul 2018

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Sat, 23 Mar 2019 Answered on

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Dermatologist, Dr. Ilyas Patel's Response

Hi,

It may be sebaceous cyst. Consult the dermatologist for the perfect diagnosis and proper treatment. Would advise you to get it removed Ved surgically under local anesthesia. It is a minor surgery done in OPD.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Ilyas Patel,
Dermatologist

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Is A Persistent Black Bump Filled With White Fluid Near The Collar Bone A Concern?

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