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rhea22971
rhea22971

I'm a female almost-teen. Lately, the area near my butt crack has been painful. I can't sit properly, walk properly and it's painful. Recently, I've discovered that there is a bone-like lump near my butt crack. I can't see it and there is no bruising. It's under the skin. I'm really concerned and don't know what to do. I don't want to tell my Mom, because she'll freak and bring me to the hospital. I can't go to the hospital because of Covid-19. I really need help and information. Thank you.

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  • Llamalah
    Llamalah rhea22971

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    Hi Rhea,

    The best thing you can do right now is to talk to your mum about the pain you are experiencing. You probably need to go and see a doctor, but this could be simply a PCP/GP and not at the hospital. In fact, many doctors, at least where I am, are doing video appointments so you don't need to go in unless it is something they can't handle over the phone.

    I know that things seem scary out in the medical field right now, but the area's in the hospital which covid-19 patients are being treated are completely separated from the general care. AND if you are under 18, if you do need to go to hospital, you would either be at a children's hospital or on a children's ward, where the risk is significantly reduced.

  • carol93583
    carol93583 rhea22971

    Posted

    Hi Rhea,

    Without seeing picture of this lump, it is difficult yo take a guess. Is it at the top or a lo g the gluteal fold. It may be a pilonidal cyst which comes from a hair follicles and is usually genetic in nature. It can only be removed surgically. Warm compresses to the area often brings it to a head after which it will drain some pretty often smelly fluid. This is really a temporary relief as the next time around it will present as larger. Bottom line is you must tell your mother and then make an appointment with a surgeon so he/she can make a proper diagnosis and plan of care. Best of luck.

  • Sgt.lindalee
    Sgt.lindalee rhea22971

    Posted

    Hi Rhea, I think first you need to tell your Mom, if you don't want to go to the hospital, tell her, even if you had an injury from something, if it hurts there is a reason, it maybe something that needs attention, to prevent it from getting worse...Your Mom can call ahead to see what options are available via video conference with a Dr and you may not need to go in...they will figure it out, Good Luck & BEST WISHES💒🎶🐾🌈🍀☮♾

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