slowly and may appear as a firm lump.
Because several different conditions can
produce similar-looking lumps, imaging such as ultrasound or MRI may sometimes be used as part of the evaluation.
What Should You Do?
Any persistent or enlarging solid lump deserves professional assessment.
Treatment depends on the diagnosis, location and symptoms. When treatment is necessary, surgical removal is commonly considered.
Most importantly, don’t try to diagnose a solid lump based only on photographs or how it feels.
Rheumatoid Nodules
People with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) can sometimes
