Lump under skin

lil_mamarains13 · 04-27-2005, 10:53 AM

This is a very personal question, and I am a little embarassed

to ask, but I don't know what else to do. I have a lump under my skin to the right of my vagina. I guess you would say in between the vagina and very beginning of the leg. It isn't a pimple and it doesn't have a head like a boil or pimple. It is only under the skin. My underwear rubs on it and it makes it tender all day. Does anyone know what it could possibly be, and please don't poke fun I am really concerned. My family has a history of having tumors and cysts, and I am scared. I don't have any medical insurance either so that makes my options for medical care slim to none. Anyone have suggestions.

RayKay · 04-27-2005, 10:58 AM

It could just be a cyst, or even just a growth of extra tissue...I have a couple odd bumps like that on my body that are just extra cells almost or hard cysts, nothing to worry about.

However, because of the area it is in, and because it is bothersome for you I would definitely advise you go see your doctor to at least get it looked at. Go to an ER/University Hospital or whatever where they can't turn you away.

By the way, I think while they have to "charge" you, you can do something like pay one dollar a month or something, whatever works for you, but you should get it checked out.

**arwen** · 04-27-2005, 10:59 AM

Could this be a swollen gland? I am no doctor, and even if I was I would be unable to tell you online. I understand you're worried because of your genetic background. Just go to a doctor. The sooner you go, the better in the unlikely case it's something really serious.

Take care,

Ilse.

sweet_n_sexy · 04-27-2005, 11:11 AM

okay im pretty sure that it is an oveer grown black head im serious i got one of thoughs like a month or so ago and went to the hospital u can pop them but it hurts a lil bitt is it like a lil discolored???

Jferreira14 · 04-27-2005, 11:13 AM

Hey,

I know you're worried, but try to relax. Do you shave down there cause if you do it could be an ingrown hair. Soak the area that has the problem in hot water, but be careful don't burn yourself. Do this for at least 5 days if you see no improvement what so ever you're going to have to go to the doctor.

QTpie87 · 04-27-2005, 02:48 PM

Don't even think about playing around the idea that it could only be a cyst, It could but even cysts can be canceris. You need to go to the Dr. asap. There are lots of free clinics you could go too if you don't have health insurance.
I hope everything works out for you.
Qtpie87

marthaceleb · 04-27-2005, 04:42 PM

It sounds like it might be an ingrown hair, which has now clogged the pore and is building up inside forming a lump. The suggestion made by another to soak with a hot/warm cloth should help to open up the clogged area and drain. If it doesn't go away I strongly suggest you have it checked by a doctor.

thisisnotanexit · 04-27-2005, 07:51 PM

i'm sure it's nothing to worry about

although, it would be wise to seek help. they will work with your finances. just get it checked out to be safe

sweet_n_sexy · 05-02-2005, 02:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by QTpie87

Don't even think about playing around the idea that it could only be a cyst, It could but even cysts can be canceris. You need to go to the Dr. asap. There are lots of free clinics you could go too if you don't have health insurance.
I hope everything works out for you.
Qtpie87

CUMMON IT MAY BE SERIOUS BUT IT AINT THAT SERIOUS DUN WORRY HER LIKE THAT

Future_isn't_Set · 06-17-2007, 05:01 AM

I have the same problem as you do. There is a good sized lump under my skin to the right between my leg and vagina. I was worried and was googling when i found this thread. I looked up what I believe to be the problem and it makes sense to me. I think it is Sebaceous Cysts.

It says they usually go away on their own and aren't really harmful.Also : "Sebaceous cysts are usually painless, slow-growing small bumps or lumps that move freely under the skin. It's important not to touch or try to remove the substance inside to prevent tenderness, swelling, and infection of a sebaceous cyst."

I'd like to give you the website but it won't let me post urls so i will have to try another way.

its at womanshealth(period)about(period)com(backslash)cs( backslash)dermatology(backslash)a(backslash)sebace ouscyst(period)htm

It'll explain what I think is the problem. I hope it's helpful.

04-27-2005, 10:53 AM	#1
lil_mamarains13 Offline Member Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Oklahoma Gender: Female Age: 26 Posts: 376	Lump under skin This is a very personal question, and I am a little embarassed to ask, but I don't know what else to do. I have a lump under my skin to the right of my vagina. I guess you would say in between the vagina and very beginning of the leg. It isn't a pimple and it doesn't have a head like a boil or pimple. It is only under the skin. My underwear rubs on it and it makes it tender all day. Does anyone know what it could possibly be, and please don't poke fun I am really concerned. My family has a history of having tumors and cysts, and I am scared. I don't have any medical insurance either so that makes my options for medical care slim to none. Anyone have suggestions. __________________ lil_mamarains13 The Truth hurts but Lies hurt worse Live one day at a time

04-27-2005, 10:58 AM	#2
RayKay Offline Platinum Member Join Date: May 2004 Location: Middle of Canada Gender: Female Age: 30 Posts: 13,270	It could just be a cyst, or even just a growth of extra tissue...I have a couple odd bumps like that on my body that are just extra cells almost or hard cysts, nothing to worry about. However, because of the area it is in, and because it is bothersome for you I would definitely advise you go see your doctor to at least get it looked at. Go to an ER/University Hospital or whatever where they can't turn you away. By the way, I think while they have to "charge" you, you can do something like pay one dollar a month or something, whatever works for you, but you should get it checked out. __________________ [FONT=Comic Sans MS][COLOR=darkolivegreen][B]<--- [COLOR=sienna]Carbun the Super-Bunny[/COLOR][/B][/COLOR][/FONT] [B][FONT=Comic Sans MS][COLOR=#556b2f][/COLOR][/FONT][/B] [FONT=Comic Sans MS][COLOR=darkolivegreen][B]At the end of the day, how you imprinted on someones life and heart is the only true mark any of us leave on this earth and is what we are most proud of... [/B][/COLOR][/FONT][I][SIZE=1]- My Biggest Hero and Mentor: My Mum.[/SIZE][/I] [FONT=Comic Sans MS][COLOR=orange][B]Il faut d'abord durer [/B][/COLOR][/FONT][I][SIZE=1]- Ernest Hemingway[/SIZE][/I]

04-27-2005, 10:59 AM	#3
arwen Offline Super Moderator Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: The Netherlands Gender: Female Age: 29 Posts: 5,396	Could this be a swollen gland? I am no doctor, and even if I was I would be unable to tell you online. I understand you're worried because of your genetic background. Just go to a doctor. The sooner you go, the better in the unlikely case it's something really serious. Take care, Ilse. __________________ You always* have a choice.* 11 February 2010: [Only registered and activated users can see links. ]* is due!* Please see the forum rules for posting on enotalone.com

06-17-2007, 05:01 AM	#10
Future_isn't_Set Offline Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 1	the same I have the same problem as you do. There is a good sized lump under my skin to the right between my leg and vagina. I was worried and was googling when i found this thread. I looked up what I believe to be the problem and it makes sense to me. I think it is Sebaceous Cysts. It says they usually go away on their own and aren't really harmful.Also : "Sebaceous cysts are usually painless, slow-growing small bumps or lumps that move freely under the skin. It's important not to touch or try to remove the substance inside to prevent tenderness, swelling, and infection of a sebaceous cyst." I'd like to give you the website but it won't let me post urls so i will have to try another way. its at womanshealth(period)about(period)com(backslash)cs( backslash)dermatology(backslash)a(backslash)sebace ouscyst(period)htm It'll explain what I think is the problem. I hope it's helpful.

04-27-2005, 11:11 AM	#4
sweet_n_sexy Offline Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: highland springs Posts: 33	okay im pretty sure that it is an oveer grown black head im serious i got one of thoughs like a month or so ago and went to the hospital u can pop them but it hurts a lil bitt is it like a lil discolored???

04-27-2005, 11:13 AM	#5
Jferreira14 Offline Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: NY Age: 27 Posts: 4	Hey, I know you're worried, but try to relax. Do you shave down there cause if you do it could be an ingrown hair. Soak the area that has the problem in hot water, but be careful don't burn yourself. Do this for at least 5 days if you see no improvement what so ever you're going to have to go to the doctor.

04-27-2005, 02:48 PM	#6
QTpie87 Offline Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Utah Gender: Female Posts: 1,072	Don't even think about playing around the idea that it could only be a cyst, It could but even cysts can be canceris. You need to go to the Dr. asap. There are lots of free clinics you could go too if you don't have health insurance. I hope everything works out for you. Qtpie87

04-27-2005, 04:42 PM	#7
marthaceleb Offline Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Posts: 16	It sounds like it might be an ingrown hair, which has now clogged the pore and is building up inside forming a lump. The suggestion made by another to soak with a hot/warm cloth should help to open up the clogged area and drain. If it doesn't go away I strongly suggest you have it checked by a doctor.

04-27-2005, 07:51 PM	#8
thisisnotanexit Offline Member Join Date: Jun 2004 Posts: 582	i'm sure it's nothing to worry about although, it would be wise to seek help. they will work with your finances. just get it checked out to be safe