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How can you tell the difference between a cyst and a bad muscle knot?
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∙ 17y ago
A cyst is a fluid [or pus] filled sack that is round, has a well-defined edge to it. It can be red, sore & hot [when infected], and develop a 'head' [like a boil]. There are sebaceous cysts along the hairline in the back of the head and neck, in the arm-pit and upper chest/back areas as well as in the pubic areas. They contain dead skin cells and oil from the oil gland [in which they originate]... The oil & skin cells are professionally referred to as'desquamated epithelium and sebum [hense, 'sebaceous' cyst]... A muscle spasm [knot] is rarely round... and is more eliptical --or long-- in shape. Is never hot or fluid-filled and has a poorly defined edge [border] to it. It is usually 'sore' to palpation [when pushed on] and when you are relaxed it can usually be moved side-to-side, and becomes less-so when you tighten the muscles in the area... Also the soreness increases when the muscles in the same area are tightened...
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Why would a knot last longer than a year?
It depends on your definition of knot. There are often large deposits of fatty tissue called sebaceous cysts which are benign and harmless and can often last for years, sometimes lifetimes. the main difference between a "knot" and a "cyst" would be that a knot suggests it came about as a result of an injury. If you are concerned, check with a dermatologist...
How can you tell the difference between a muscle knot and a tumor?
A muscle knot is painful, but should go away with time. A tumor probably won't. If you have any doubt which you have, you should have it checked by your doctor. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++ A muscle knot (muscle spasm) is usually an acute process that can litterally occur within hours or shorter. It can persist and become chronic. It's generally painful or at least not comfortable. A tumor is generally slow growing taking months to years to develop. Many times, you may not even be bothered by it other than the fact that it's there.
Could their be a tummor because their is a knot on the mid back?
google sebaceous cyst
What does a muscle knot look like?
A muscle knot is a very tight ball of muscle that forms in areas like the neck, back, and shoulders. Muscle knots constrict to cause pain in these areas.
Why is there a knot under right knee?
Could be a Bakers cyst or a DVT. Check out both possibilities.
Why the difference between miles and knots?
Miles are a measurement of distance, a knot is a measurement of speeed.
What is the difference between a lump and a knot?
A lump is like a bump in a road, while a knot is wire, or or any string tied up, just like when you tie your shoe.
Could a nickel-size hard knot on the back of my neck be something besides a cyst?
A doctor will be able to tell you.
Lump on your shoulder that feels like muscle?
It can be an allergical symtons. Look under; www.acmos.info It could be a small cyst and all lumps should be checked out by your doctor. They are usually non cancerous as are plugged lymph nodes. It could also be a ruptured bicep. You need to see a doctor.
What is the knot on Gianluca Ginoble's right wrist?
I believe it is called a ganglion cyst. It is harmless but can be removed if it gets too big or annoying.
What could a lump be on the back of your neck bone on the right side?
Could be anything. Could be a muscle knot, could be a cyst, could be a benign growth of tissue, could be worse. Could be something else. Get to a doctor. You need someone with experience to examine it.AnswerIt could be a bone spur.
What is it when you have a knot under your left ear next to your cheek bone?
Sounds like a swollen gland, but it could be a cyst. Best to have a doctor look at it.
