"What kind of nodules are dangerous? Know the types of abnormal nodules in different bodies.

"What kind of nodules are dangerous? Know the types of abnormal nodules in the body before leaving them too late."

"Understanding Abnormal Body Masses: Which Lumps Are Harmless and Which Need Attention?"

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Many people when they come across a "lump" in the body, there is often immediate concern that it may be cancer, but in reality, abnormal lumps can be caused by many causes, from simple fat lumps, vesicles, inflammation, hematoma, to tumors or cancer.

Knowing the characteristics of each lump will help you observe the symptoms quickly and make more appropriate treatments.

How many types of abnormal nodules in the body?

1. Fat cubes (Lipoma)

Lipoma

A very common lump caused by the accumulation of fat cells under the skin.

Characteristics:

* Soft

* Rolling around

* Grow up slowly

* Often doesn't hurt

Frequently found areas:

* Neck

* After

* Shoulder

* Arms

It is generally a non-dangerous type of lump.

2. Water cyst or cyst

Cyst.

It is caused by the accumulation of liquids, fats, or secretions inside the bag.

Characteristics:

* Can grope into lumps

* May be soft or yun

* Sometimes inflamed red and sore

Example:

* Subcutaneous cysts

* Breast cysts

* Ovarian cysts

3. Growing lymph nodes

Lymphadenopathy

Lymphedema may grow from:

* Infection

* Inflammation

* Abnormal immunity

* Some cancers

More common positions:

* Neck

* Armpit

* groin

Characteristics to watch out for:

* Hard

* Grow up fast

* Doesn't hurt

* Does not collapse within 2-4 weeks

4. Abscess or lump

Abscess

Caused by a bacterial infection to accumulate internal pus.

Symptoms:

* Pain

* Red swelling

* hot

* There may be a fever

If left, it could spread.

5. Non-serious type of tumor

Benign Tumor

Although not cancerous, it can sometimes grow to depress on side organs.

Example:

* Uterine tumor

* Some breast tumors

* Some types of thyroid tumors

Characteristics:

* Grow up slowly

* Not spread

* Not usually fatal

6. Cancer or malignant tumor

Cancer

Cancer nodules often look:

* Hard

* Stick tight

* Grow up fast

* May have weight loss

* exhaustion

* Abnormal bleeding

Example:

* Breast cancer

* Thyroid cancer

* Lymphoma

However, some cancer nodules may not hurt at all in the early stages, so they should not wait until they develop severe symptoms.

7. Lumps from inflammation of the organ

Such as:

* Thyroid inflammation

* Salitis

* Lumps from immune diseases

There may be comorbid symptoms:

* Pain

* Fever

* Swell

* Abnormal organ function

8. Hematoma

Hematoma

Caused by bleeding and congestion accumulating inside the body.

Cause:

* Accident

* Impact

* Muscle tear

* Torn internal organs

* After surgery

Acute Hematoma

Characteristics:

* Very painful

* Swelling fast

* Press hurt

* Skin may change color

If born in vital organs such as the brain, liver or spleen, it can be a life-threatening emergency.

Old blood clot / chronic blood clot

Old blood that accumulates for a long time can become a cyst-like lump or a tumor.

Some detected from:

* Ultrasound

* CT Scan

* MRI

Key example: Chocolate cysts

Endometrioma

Related to disease.

Endometriosis

Inside the cysts, old blood accumulates repeatedly until dark brown, resembling chocolate.

Symptoms found:

* Very menstrual pain

* Chronic little abdominal pain

* Hurt while menstruating

* Infertile in some

What methods do doctors use to evaluate nodules?

Doctors will assess from:

* Size

* Hardness

* Loaf movement

* Comorbid symptoms

* The period is

And may further examine, for example:

* Ultrasound

* X-ray

* CT Scan

* MRI

* Piercing a piece of meat (Biopsy)

To distinguish it as:

* Water bag

* Fat cubes

* Blood

* Inflammation

* Or cancer

A danger sign that should not be left.

A doctor should be seen if the lump looks as follows:

* Grow up fast

* Very hard

* Chronic pain

* Bleeding

* Abnormal weight loss

* Hoarse voice

* Difficult to swallow

* Grown lymph nodes do not collapse

* Chunks getting bigger and bigger

Summary

"Abnormal nodules" do not always mean cancer, because they can be caused by fat, vesicles, hemorrhage, inflammation, or non-serious tumors.

But if the nodules are abnormal, fast-growing, stiff, or comorbid in concern, they should be examined by a doctor for proper diagnosis, because finding a malfunction early may allow for easy treatment and reduce the risk of serious disease in the future.

⚠️ This infographic and article is prepared to provide primary health knowledge. It cannot be a substitute for diagnosis or advice from a doctor.

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