Suggest treatment for itchy large lump on knee
Patient: Hi, I have a large lump on my knee that has been there for half a week. it started off as an itchy scratch and grew into this this lump that has a hard surrounding and is very warm to the touch, also it emits pus and as of today blood. Could you help me in finding out what it is and a remedy for it? Doctor: Hi,Welcome to HCM.Based on the facts of your query,the itchy large lump on the knee after a scratch,seems to be Furuncle after the itchy scratch,which got burst and is now bleeding.The bleeding is not to be worried,as the pus  is drained and collected blood in the lump is draining now.Its not cancerous lump.So don't worry it.Consult your Surgeon who would treat it with all the care it needs.This reply would resolve your current issues and would reduce your anxiety with it.Hope this reply would help you to plan treatment with your doctor.Will appreciate your Hitting thanks and writing excellent review comments to help needy patients like you. Welcome with any other further query in this regard.Good Day!!Dr.Savaskar,Senior Surgical SpecialistM.S.Genl-CVTS