what is nodular firm swellings?
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swellings that feel firm that are nodules (sort of like offshootings of something, think a circle growing out of the side of another circle).
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Look for swelling, red, pus draining, any of those indicate infection. But, it might not be a bad idea for healtcare professional to check it out.\nMike RN
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The thyroid gland is composed of two lobes- right + left. When you have a nodule, that means either one or both of the lobes are swollen, or enlargened. This can happen for a few reasons: \n\n1) either you have thyroid problems and it's become larger (due to hyperthyroidism) -- this is usually the case when both lobes are enlargened equally.\n\n2) there is a cyst in one of your lobes. In this case only one lobe will be big while the other one remains the normal size.\n\n3) there is a cancer mass in your thyroid. Once again, most likely only one of your lobes will be bigger than the other.\n\nThe first two causes listed above are actually benign, meaning that it is not fatal. It can be easily cured by either medication, radiation or surgery. You will have to go see a doctor to see what's right for you.\n\nObviously the last cause, cancer, is not so harmless. If you suspect that, you should see a doctor right away. Although, thyroid cancer is pretty rare, and rarely is fatal. Most probably your treatment in this case would be radiation/chemo and surgery. But usually people do not die of thyroid cancer.\n\nHope this helps.
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It sounds like lymphedema, swelling of a limb often experienced as a side-effect of removal of the lymph nodes, as in cancer surgery. Perhaps the lymph nodes are blocked for some reason.\n\nI'm not a physician or medical student, just know a little about lymphedema from a friend who has it.
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in all probabilities the swellings are neurofibrometa but if your doctor says they are lipoma he must be correct.whatever, they are not going to cause you any internal problem they will remain only superficial.only trouble is you feel uneasy with them and they can cause cosmetic problems.never require surgery.you shopuld not be worried at all.
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Its probibly a cyst or some fatty tissue that needs to be drained.  Definately see a doctor to have this done to ensure that it is not something more serious.
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sounds like a simple cyst which are usually benign. \nhttp://www.webmd.com/hw/health_guide_atoz/stb117162.asp?navbar=hw84774
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Edema is an observable swelling from fluid accumulation in certain body tissues. Edema most commonly occurs in the feet and legs, where it also is referred to as peripheral edema. The swelling is the result of the accumulation of excess fluid under the skin in the spaces within the tissues that are outside of the blood vessels. These spaces are known as interstitial spaces or compartments. Most of the body's fluids that are found outside of the cells are normally stored in two spaces; the blood vessels (where the fluids are called the blood volume) and the interstitial spaces (where the fluids are called the interstitial fluid). In various diseases, excess fluid can accumulate in either one or both of these compartments. \n\n\nPitting edema can be demonstrated by applying pressure to, for example, the skin of a swollen leg, by depressing the skin with a finger. If the pressing causes an indentation in the skin that persists for some time after the release of the pressure, the edema is referred to as pitting edema. Actually, any form of pressure, such as from the elastic part of socks, can induce the pitting of this edema.
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there's a sac of synovial fluid behind your kneecap, and if it becomes punctured somehow, it can cause severe pain and swelling. I am not saying that this is what's happened to you, but... Please put aside your fear of doctors and go see one. You need an x-ray, possibly an mri, and it's not a DIY sort of thing. Not maintenance you can do at home, or have someone diagnose over the internet.
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It has all the sounds of a problem with good blood circulation. Yes, you should be concerned about this. Look at this URL:\n\nhttp://www.lifelinescreening.com/disease_perph.asp?src=WGGL-063\n\nhttp://www.umm.edu/ency/article/003104.htm\n\nhttp://www.umm.edu/ency/article/003104.htm\n\nand at this GOOD one: http://www.wrongdiagnosis.com/sym/leg_swelling.htm
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this time of the year?\ni dont know but it looks like a kidney problem.\nthe swelling pattern you described is (dependent edema) and could be caused by any of the following\n#1    cardiac disease \nanything which interferes with the pumping function of the heart  will allow a backflow of fluid which appears as  swelling of the lower parts of the body, also  fluid in the lungs which causes breathlessness, you didnt mention anything like that.\n#2  kidney disease\nthe kidneys are responsible for maintaining the balance of fluids and solutes in the body,so when a disease causes the kidneys to be damaged the kidneys cant take out some salts from the body which will lead to the body keeping extra amounts of salt and fluid, also there maybe loss of proteins which will upset the balance between the blood and the fluid inside the body cells and cause more fluid to come out of these cells and thus you get the swelling.\n\n# 3 liver causes\nalso by decreasing the blood protien which is synthesized in the liver\nthese are the main causes of (dependent edema)\nanother cause of the swelling up of a person could be endocrine diseases such as (cushings disease) where an excess of steroid hormones causes the body to retain salt and fluid and thus give swelling of the body in addition to affecting the body fat distribution to give the impression of swelling although this takes time to manifest.\nso kindly provide more details so one can get idea which might be the cause of your sisters swelling.
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Idiopathic Edema is a common disorder that occurs almost exclusively in women. It is characterized by salt retention in the absence of heart, kidney, or liver disease. The swelling (edema) may be episodic or persistent. Swelling of the face, hands, and feet develops rapidly, frequently accompanied by headache, irritability, and depression. Weight gain also occurs.
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Glands are usually ALWAYS a little swollen when you have a cold, are sneezing, etc... the way you find about it is when you touch right below your cheekbone and it hurts.
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You are describing dermoids or dermoid cysts.\n\nFor further information from a medically-intended site check:\nhttp://www.emedicine.com/derm/topic686.htm\n\nOtherwise Wikipedia provides a decent entry:\nhttp://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dermoid_cyst
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Modic type 1 indicates swelling or edema but can also signify infection or tumor.  I would think that your doctor would have discussed these results with you.  I suggest you discontinue these questions here at Yahoo! Answers and take up a dialogue with your doctor instead.  We are not qualifed to give you the kind of advice you're looking for.
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Yes. But if swelling persists, it is wise to see a doctor.
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Oh jeez, you need to go to a doctor right away and get a real diagnosis.  We're all just guessing and you wouldn't want something to be misdiagnosed on a dumb website, would you? It could be anything from thyroid problems to swollen glands or something worse. Don't take any chances.  Please go see your family doctor right away.  LOL :o)