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What's This Lump? When Should You Get It Checked?
By Family Doctor Group — Family Doctor Group
Finding a lump anywhere on your body can understandably cause anxiety. In many cases, lumps are harmless — fatty lumps (lipomas), cysts, swollen lymph nodes during infection, or benign breast changes — but it is always important to have them properly assessed.
Common Types of Lumps
- Lipomas — soft, mobile fatty lumps under the skin
- Sebaceous or epidermoid cysts
- Swollen lymph nodes (often from infection)
- Breast lumps — fibroadenomas, cysts, or new firm masses
- Testicular lumps — should always be checked promptly
- Hernias — particularly in the groin or abdominal wall
When You Should Seek Medical Advice
Book an assessment if a lump is:
- New, growing, or changing in shape
- Hard, fixed, or irregular
- Painful, red or warm
- Associated with weight loss, night sweats or fatigue
- In the breast, testicle, neck or armpit
How FDG Can Help
Our private GPs assess lumps in clinic and can arrange same-week ultrasound imaging with our consultant radiologist. Most lumps are reassuringly benign — but rapid clarity is the fastest route to peace of mind, or to early treatment if needed.
Want a doctor's view?
Book a private GP appointment at our Esher or Epsom clinic — same- and next-day slots available.
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