What causes lump on the crease of sore arm?
Patient: Hi, for 4 weeks now I discovered a boil type lump on the crease of my arm, the swelling has dissapeared but lump is still there, it hurts if touched and also my arm has started to ache and feels as though I have been punched 1000 times Is this just normal effects from boils Thanks Doctor: hI,Thnks for the query.1-In my opinion now the lump is subdued but still active internally.2-From the story from you,the lump is growing slowly and steadily ,due to the infecting germs.3-Thats the reason of soreness of the lump on the crease of the arm, though the swelling has reduced.4-Its now in a acute on Chronic abscess stage, which needs immediate treatment by drainage of the abscess.5-You should approach a nearby surgeon-doctor  as soon as possible for the same.If any more questions in this regard,I would love to answer for you.Wellcome.