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Mole Like Bump On The Arm. Have Inflammation. Cellulitis?
Doc,
Large mole-like bump on upper arm where bicep meets the lower deltoid. Very sensitive to the touch with approx 1 inch 'ring of inflammation' surrounding bump. Inflamed area is slightly warm and sensitive to the touch. No visible, or felt, fluid/puss or ingrown hairs inside bump. Does not appear to be sweat rash or ringworm.
Very active 25 year old male (boxing/bjj). 76'' tall at 230 pounds. No history of skin irritations or acne. I'm thinking possible early cellulitis? any thoughts? Thank you so much.
Josh
Large mole-like bump on upper arm where bicep meets the lower deltoid. Very sensitive to the touch with approx 1 inch 'ring of inflammation' surrounding bump. Inflamed area is slightly warm and sensitive to the touch. No visible, or felt, fluid/puss or ingrown hairs inside bump. Does not appear to be sweat rash or ringworm.
Very active 25 year old male (boxing/bjj). 76'' tall at 230 pounds. No history of skin irritations or acne. I'm thinking possible early cellulitis? any thoughts? Thank you so much.
Josh
Wed, 5 Jun 2013
Hello, Take care of your skin. Any measure that prevents injury to your skin will help to prevent cellulitis. Use moisturizers to keep your skin from becoming dry and cracked.
Elevate your affected leg or arm to reduce swelling.
Apply warm compresses to the affected area.
Use pain relievers as needed.
Use support stockings to prevent fluid buildup.
Take steps to treat or prevent fungal infections, such as athlete's foot. If athlete's foot is hard to treat or recurs, ask your doctor about oral antifungal medicines. For more information on treating this condition, see the topic Athlete's Foot.
Take care of your feet, especially if you have diabetes or other conditions that may increase the risk of infection.
Avoid touching possible sources of infection, such as ill family members and their belongings; raw fish, meat, or poultry; or soil, particularly when you have an area of broken skin. Regards.
Elevate your affected leg or arm to reduce swelling.
Apply warm compresses to the affected area.
Use pain relievers as needed.
Use support stockings to prevent fluid buildup.
Take steps to treat or prevent fungal infections, such as athlete's foot. If athlete's foot is hard to treat or recurs, ask your doctor about oral antifungal medicines. For more information on treating this condition, see the topic Athlete's Foot.
Take care of your feet, especially if you have diabetes or other conditions that may increase the risk of infection.
Avoid touching possible sources of infection, such as ill family members and their belongings; raw fish, meat, or poultry; or soil, particularly when you have an area of broken skin. Regards.
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