Skin nodule
Morphologically similar to a papule, but greater than either 10mm in both width and depth, and most frequently centered in the dermis or subcutaneous fat.
What is Skin nodule?
Skin nodule is a symptom that people may experience for many reasons. It can be related to infections, chronic conditions, injuries, medication effects, or other health changes. The presence of this symptom alone does not diagnose any condition.
If you have Skin nodule that is severe, persistent, or accompanied by other warning signs, contact a qualified healthcare provider.
Possible conditions associated with Skin nodule
The following conditions have been associated with Skin nodule. Only a health professional can determine the underlying cause.
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Cutaneous mastocytoma
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Idiopathic hypereosinophilic syndrome
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KID syndrome
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Kaposi sarcoma
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Kikuchi-Fujimoto disease
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Leprosy
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Lipoma
A slow-growing, benign lump of fatty tissue that develops under the skin. It is usually soft, painless, and movable.
Melanoma
A serious form of skin cancer that develops in pigment-producing cells, often appearing as a changing or unusual mole.
Microsporidiosis
Microsporidiosis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs.
Neurofibromatosis Type 1
A genetic condition that causes non-cancerous tumors to grow along nerves and characteristic skin findings such as cafe-...
Pilonidal Cyst
A cyst that forms near the tailbone, often containing hair and skin debris, which can become infected and painful.
Related symptoms
When to seek medical care
Seek urgent care if Skin nodule is severe, sudden, or occurs with chest pain, difficulty breathing, confusion, severe weakness, or other serious symptoms.