Health Illustrated Encyclopedia - Sebaceous cyst
…freely movable lumps beneath the skin. Occasionally, however, a cyst will become inflamed and tender. Symptoms The main symptom is usually a small, non-painful lump beneath the skin. However, if it becomes infected, you may have redness, tenderness, or increased temperature of the skin over the area.… related searches:cyst
Health Illustrated Encyclopedia - Skin lumps
…In general, when a lump or swelling appears suddenly (over 24 - 48 hours) and is painful, it is usually caused by an injury or an infection. If the lump comes on slowly over several days or weeks and does not hurt, it may be a tumor. Causes * Lipomas, fatty lumpsunder the skin * Enlarged lymph glands… related searches:armpit lump | hard neck lump | armpit
Health Illustrated Encyclopedia - Carbuncle
…is a swollen lump or mass under the skin. It may be the size of a pea or as large as a golf ball. The carbuncle may be red and irritated and might hurt when you touch it. It may also: * Grow very fast * Have a white or yellow center (pustule) * Weep, ooze, or crust * Spread to other skin areas Sometimes… related searches:staph infection | swollen neck
Health Illustrated Encyclopedia - Armpit lump
…Alternative Names Lump in the armpit; Localized lymphadenopathy - armpit; Axillary lymphadenopathy; Axillary lymphs enlarged; Lymph nodes enlarged-axillary; Axillary abscess Considerations Lumps in the armpit have various causes. Cysts and infections on the surface of the skin of the armpit may be caused… related searches:armpit lump | spleen cysts | armpit
Health Illustrated Encyclopedia - Neck lump
…under the jaw may result from infection or malignancy. Lumps in the muscles of the neck -- almost always in the front of the neck -- result from injury or torticollis. Lumps in the skin or just below the skin are often caused by cysts, including sebaceous cysts. The thyroid gland may also produce a lump,… related searches:swollen neck lymph nodes | hard neck lump | swollen neck
Health Illustrated Encyclopedia - Testicular self-examination
…This is an examination of the testicles to look for lumps that may be testicular cancer. The testicles (also called the testes) are the male reproductive organs that produce sperm and the hormone testosterone. They are located in the scrotum under the penis. A testicular self-exam should be performed…
Health Illustrated Encyclopedia - Histoplasmosis
…include coughing up blood (hemoptysis) * Disseminated histoplasmosis: * Fevers * Headache * Neck stiffness * Skin lesions * Mouth sores * Other histoplasma symptoms: * Joint pain * Skin nodules (lumps) * Rashes Exams and Tests The diagnosis of histoplasmosis depends on the suspected location of infection…
Health Illustrated Encyclopedia - Erythema nodosum
Erythema nodosum Definition Erythema nodosum is an inflammatory disorder that is characterized by tender, red nodules under the skin. Causes The exact cause of erythema nodosum is unknown. Some cases may be associated with the following: * Infections: * Streptococcus * Coccidioidomycosis * Tuberculosis…
Health Illustrated Encyclopedia - Melanoma
…is most common in sun-damaged skin on the face, neck, and arms. The abnormal skin areas are usually large, flat, and tan with intermixed areas of brown. * Acral lentiginous melanoma is the least common form of melanoma. It usually occurs on the palms, soles, or under the nails and is more common in…
Health Illustrated Encyclopedia - Oral cancer
…Oral cancer accounts for about 8% of all malignant growths. Men are affected twice as often as women, particularly men older than 40. Symptoms Skin lesion, lump, or ulcer: * On the tongue, lip, or other mouth area * Usually small * Most often pale colored, may be dark or discolored * May be a deep, hard… related searches:hard neck lump
