Continues to grow
Becomes very hard or fixed in place
Lasts more than a few weeks
Is accompanied by fever, fatigue, or unexplained weight changes
Becomes painful, red, or warm
Early attention helps rule out problems and provides peace of mind.
What You Should Avoid Doing
Don’t squeeze or poke the lump
Don’t panic or self-diagnose
Don’t ignore it if it changes or persists
Calm observation is often the best first step.
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