Brief Answer:
Could be complicated dermoid or lipoma
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for your query.
I have seen the image, it appears to be either a
dermoid cyst or a lipoma. Both of them not serious tumors only when not complicated.
Now I see that there is
redness which is an indication of inflammation in the tumor which is not a good sign. You may have to act fast, identify the nature of the tumor and if not a malignancy (dangerous cancer) removal would be the best option.
To identify the nature and type of the tumor you may have to get a test called FNAC. FNAC is fine needle aspiration cytology, a
medical diagnosis technique wherein a small amount of material from the tumor is taken using a needle and studied under microscope. This helps to identify what type of tumor it is and why there is swelling and redness and also provides ideas on how to treat.
Amongst the blood tests
TSH is raised indicates your mother is suffering from thyroid illness called
Hypothyroidism. You may have to
consult a endocrinologist to treat the same at the earliest. This may not be related to the tumor or its complications.
Hope, I answered your query.
Wish you good health.
regards,
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