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How Can A Sore On The Cheek Be Treated?

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Posted on Tue, 20 Dec 2016
Question: I just discovered a new XXXXXXX skin spot on my cheek that is sore. It's about the size of a nickel. The soreness is different from my other age spots. I have taken a photo.
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Answered by Dr. Klarida Papaqako (4 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Seems like hematoma. Not a cancer most probably, but keep an eye

Detailed Answer:
Hello,

Thank you for using HCM to post your question.
I saw it carefully and I understand your concern.

It looks like a hematoma. Maybe you have hit it somewhere, or something has irritated the skin and it has reacted with a hypervascularization.

I will suggest to apply a moisturising cream on it and keep an eye on it for changes.

If it gets larger, more red, more sore then its time to follow up.

I don't think it is a cancer, if that was your fear. The fact that it is sore means that there is some inflamation going on.

Hope this is helpful.
Let me know if you need more clarifications.
Otherwise please kindly close and rate the answer.

Regards,
Dr.Papaqako
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How Can A Sore On The Cheek Be Treated?

Brief Answer: Seems like hematoma. Not a cancer most probably, but keep an eye Detailed Answer: Hello, Thank you for using HCM to post your question. I saw it carefully and I understand your concern. It looks like a hematoma. Maybe you have hit it somewhere, or something has irritated the skin and it has reacted with a hypervascularization. I will suggest to apply a moisturising cream on it and keep an eye on it for changes. If it gets larger, more red, more sore then its time to follow up. I don't think it is a cancer, if that was your fear. The fact that it is sore means that there is some inflamation going on. Hope this is helpful. Let me know if you need more clarifications. Otherwise please kindly close and rate the answer. Regards, Dr.Papaqako