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What Causes Tender Lump On Hip Bone?

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Posted on Thu, 24 Sep 2015
Question: What could be the cause of a 2x2 inch somewhat tender lump by the hip bone. There has not been an injury. It is hard and is non moveable. It is slightly pinkish in color It's been there for at least two weeks and seems to be getting bigger.
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Answered by Dr. Aashish Raghu (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
Need more information....

Detailed Answer:
Hi there.

Thanks for the query.

I hope you could answer a few questions for me to be in a better position to help you.

When did you first notice the swelling ?

Is it bony hard to touch ?

Does the swelling decrease in size in lying down and increase in coughing ?

Is there a dark spot on the top of the swelling ?

There could be many causes for such a swelling, ranging from bone tumour from the iliac bone to a hernia from your abdomen. But based on your current description, the two close possibilities that I consider are hernia and sebaceous cyst. Answers to aforementioned questions will help me understand it more.

In the meanwhile if it hurts, it is best you apply a cold pack and take pain killers

Awaiting your reply. I will be available to answer your follow up queries.

Regards,

Dr. Aashish Raghu
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.

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What Causes Tender Lump On Hip Bone?

Brief Answer: Need more information.... Detailed Answer: Hi there. Thanks for the query. I hope you could answer a few questions for me to be in a better position to help you. When did you first notice the swelling ? Is it bony hard to touch ? Does the swelling decrease in size in lying down and increase in coughing ? Is there a dark spot on the top of the swelling ? There could be many causes for such a swelling, ranging from bone tumour from the iliac bone to a hernia from your abdomen. But based on your current description, the two close possibilities that I consider are hernia and sebaceous cyst. Answers to aforementioned questions will help me understand it more. In the meanwhile if it hurts, it is best you apply a cold pack and take pain killers Awaiting your reply. I will be available to answer your follow up queries. Regards, Dr. Aashish Raghu