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Small Itchy Patch Of Skin On Elbow, Eczema. On Steroidal Cream. Is It A Lymph Node Issue?

Hello Doctor! I am a 37 year old female. About 3 months ago, I developed a small, itchy patch of skin, just below the inside bend of my elbow. I thought that this was just a patch of eczema, that seems to respond somewhat to some prescription strength steroidal cream; however, just last week, I noticed that directly under the patch is what seems to be a cyst-like lump. It's not painful, doesn't move around, and has clearly defined round edges. It's not a huge protrusion from my arm, but has about an inch and 3/4 diameter. Just wondering if this is something more, like a lymph-node issue? Is this something worthy of going to the doctor for, or should I just treat it as the eczema? Thanks for your help!
Fri, 31 May 2013
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Hi ,
Thanks for writing in.
The condition can be lymph node or sebaceous cyst.
A visit to dermatologist will allow proper examination and treatment.
You can do it on appointment basis and there is no emergency.
Hope this helps.
Regards
DrSudarshan
MD
Dermatologist
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Small Itchy Patch Of Skin On Elbow, Eczema. On Steroidal Cream. Is It A Lymph Node Issue?

Hi , Thanks for writing in. The condition can be lymph node or sebaceous cyst. A visit to dermatologist will allow proper examination and treatment. You can do it on appointment basis and there is no emergency. Hope this helps. Regards DrSudarshan MD Dermatologist