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What Causes A Red Itchy Lump On The Right Knuckle?
Question: Yes please,
I have developed a red itchy lump on my right knuckle. It it is slightly swollen but after lots of cream it is still itchy and slightly swollen. I had a blood test which was abnormal about 6 weeks ago and am due another one do you think it is worth going to see a Doctor.
Thank you.
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I have developed a red itchy lump on my right knuckle. It it is slightly swollen but after lots of cream it is still itchy and slightly swollen. I had a blood test which was abnormal about 6 weeks ago and am due another one do you think it is worth going to see a Doctor.
Thank you.
XXXXXXX
Brief Answer:
Worth seeing a Doctor.
Detailed Answer:
Hi.
Thanks for your query.
To recapitulate: Female/74 - red itchy lump - right knuckle - still itchy and slightly swollen in spite of lots of cream and painkillers - abnormal blood tests 6 weeks ago - due for another one blood tests - wants to know whether it is worth going to see a Doctor...
With the history you have provided, I think it is prudent to consult a Doctor for clinical evaluation, examination, further tests for proper diagnosis and proper treatment for the lump and other conditions if diagnosed.
Please give some additional information:
Since when have you this problem?
What is the size of it?
Which creams have you applied?
Please post clear photographs as it helps for on-the-spot diagnosis in some cases and can help me to assist you further.
Worth seeing a Doctor.
Detailed Answer:
Hi.
Thanks for your query.
To recapitulate: Female/74 - red itchy lump - right knuckle - still itchy and slightly swollen in spite of lots of cream and painkillers - abnormal blood tests 6 weeks ago - due for another one blood tests - wants to know whether it is worth going to see a Doctor...
With the history you have provided, I think it is prudent to consult a Doctor for clinical evaluation, examination, further tests for proper diagnosis and proper treatment for the lump and other conditions if diagnosed.
Please give some additional information:
Since when have you this problem?
What is the size of it?
Which creams have you applied?
Please post clear photographs as it helps for on-the-spot diagnosis in some cases and can help me to assist you further.
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