Home Care:

Skin lumps from trauma can be treated with rest, ice, compression, and elevation. Most other lumps should be looked at by your health care provider before you try any home treatments.

Call your health care provider if:

Call your provider if there is any unexplained lump or swelling.

What to expect at your health care provider's office:

Your doctor will perform a physical exam and ask you questions about your symptoms, including:

• Where is the lump?
• When did you first notice it?
• Is there more than one lump?
• Is it painful?
• What does the lump look like?
• What other symptoms do you have?

Your doctor may prescribe antibiotics if you have an infection. If cancer is suspected, a biopsy may be done.