- Your Painful Forearm Lump May Also be Known as:
- Painful bump in forearm
- Painful lump in forearm
- Painful mass in forearm
Top 5 Painful Forearm Lump Causes
1.Skin Abscess
A skin abscess is an infection of the deeper skin that's typically due to bacteria seen on the skin. Recently, infections are more frequently caused by Staph. Aureus (puts the "staph" in "staph infections").
You should visit your primary care physician or an urgent care clinic today or tomorrow. Treatment of an abscess includes incision and drainage. It is likely you will be prescribed antibiotics as well. Surgery may be required to get rid of the whole abscess after inflammation has died down. Do not drain the abscess yourself.
- Rarity:
- Common
- Top Symptoms:
- painful forearm lump, large forearm lump, marble sized forearm lump, pink or red forearm bump, yellow or white forearm bump
- Symptoms that never occur with skin abscess:
- fever
- Urgency:
- Primary care doctor
2.Pimple
Acne, also known as pimples, occurs when hair follicles become clogged with oil & dead skin cells. Acne is extremely common and ranges from mild to severe.
Though some cases of acne prompt patients to visit a dermatologist, most cases can be treated with proper hygiene and over-the-counter medications. Look for products containing benzoyl peroxide or salicylic acid.
- Rarity:
- Common
- Top Symptoms:
- pink or red forearm bump, painful forearm lump, small forearm lump, marble sized forearm lump
- Symptoms that always occur with pimple:
- pink or red forearm bump
- Urgency:
- Self-treatment
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Take a quiz3.Boil (Furuncle)
Boils are infections of a hair follicle that creates a small pocket of inflammation full of pus. It's typically caused by a common bacteria called S. Aureus.
Boils typically drain by themselves. You can help by putting a warm compress (be careful not to burn yourself). If things don't get better, go see a doctor who might drain it for you.
- Rarity:
- Uncommon
- Top Symptoms:
- pink or red forearm bump, painful forearm lump, small forearm lump, marble sized forearm lump
- Symptoms that always occur with boil (furuncle):
- pink or red forearm bump
- Symptoms that never occur with boil (furuncle):
- fever
- Urgency:
- Self-treatment
4.Severe Skin Abscess
A skin abscess is an infection of the deeper skin that's typically due to bacteria seen on the skin. Recently, infections are more frequently caused by Staph. Aureus (puts the "staph" in "staph infections"). If the infection begins to spread, urgent treatment is required.
You should head to the nearest ER by car since your infection seems like it might be spreading. It is likely that you will be prescribed antibiotics. Surgery may be required to get rid of the whole abscess after the inflammation has died down. Do not drain the abscess yourself.
- Rarity:
- Rare
- Top Symptoms:
- fatigue, fever, worsening forearm redness, pink or red forearm bump, painful forearm lump
- Symptoms that always occur with severe skin abscess:
- pink or red forearm bump
- Urgency:
- Hospital emergency room
5.Dermatofibroma
Dermatofibroma (superficial benign fibrous histiocytoma) is a common cutaneous nodule of unknown etiology that occurs more often in women. Dermatofibroma frequently develops on the extremities (mostly the lower legs) and is usually asymptomatic, although pruritus and tenderness can be present
You do not need treatment for this condition because it is completely benign; however, if the lesion changes at all, a doctor should be consulted. If you would like it removed, a doctor can cut, freeze, or burn it off.
- Rarity:
- Rare
- Top Symptoms:
- skin-colored forearm bump, small forearm lump, painful forearm lump, forearm itch, marble sized forearm lump
- Urgency:
- Wait and watch
Questions Your Doctor May Ask About Painful Forearm Lump
- Q.Is your forearm bump constant or come-and-go?
- Q.Any fever today or during the last week?
- Q.What color is the bump?
- Q.Do you have a rash?
If you've answered yes to one or more of these questions, check our painful forearm lump symptom checker.
Take a quizPainful Forearm Lump Symptom Checker Statistics
People who have experienced painful forearm lump have also experienced:
- 100% Joint Pain
People who have experienced painful forearm lump had symptoms persist for:
- 38% Over a Month
- 20% Less Than a Week
- 15% Two Weeks to a Month
People who have experienced painful forearm lump were most often matched with:
- 55% Skin Abscess