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What Does A Soft Lump Under The Left Elbow Indicate?
Question: I have a soft lumpunder my left elbow that I can move around. What could that be??
Brief Answer:
may be a lipoma or cyst
Detailed Answer:
HI, thanks for using healthcare magic
It may either be a lipoma or a cyst.
(1)A lipoma is a collection of fat cells to form a mass. It normally has a soft texture and it is benign (non cancerous).
It is treated by observation unless it is associated with symptoms in which case it can be surgically removed.
(2)A cyst is a collection of fluid or air within a sac.There are different types but most are benign. Again no treatment is initiated unless it appears suspicious to the doctor or if it is associated with symptoms.
Diagnosis of a lump usually requires examination. During the examination the following is documented: the site, size, consistency, mobility, surrounding skin, colour, contour,tenderness
If you remain concerned, then you may want to consider visiting your doctor for an assessment.
I hope this helps, feel free to ask any other questions
may be a lipoma or cyst
Detailed Answer:
HI, thanks for using healthcare magic
It may either be a lipoma or a cyst.
(1)A lipoma is a collection of fat cells to form a mass. It normally has a soft texture and it is benign (non cancerous).
It is treated by observation unless it is associated with symptoms in which case it can be surgically removed.
(2)A cyst is a collection of fluid or air within a sac.There are different types but most are benign. Again no treatment is initiated unless it appears suspicious to the doctor or if it is associated with symptoms.
Diagnosis of a lump usually requires examination. During the examination the following is documented: the site, size, consistency, mobility, surrounding skin, colour, contour,tenderness
If you remain concerned, then you may want to consider visiting your doctor for an assessment.
I hope this helps, feel free to ask any other questions
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
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