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| sherika
- Sat Oct 20, 2007 9:20 pm |
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My husband is 44yrs old he has a bump or knot on his back that discharge a brown smelly substance when you mash it.What could this be?
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| Sandy Tracy RN
- Wed Nov 14, 2007 6:43 pm |
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 Hi, Sherika.
What your husband may have is a sebaceous cyst. These often start from a swollen hair follicle. Usually these cause no pain, but sometimes can become infected, painful and swollen. Foul smelling discharge may occur. Placing a warm cloth over the area may assist in promoting drainage and healing.
Although these cysts are not dangerous your healthcare provider should examine the area to rule out the possibilities of skin cancer.
Thanks for submitting your question and good luck.
Sandy RN
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