I noticed a lump on my back that's leaking a white semi-solid substance should I be worried about this or is surgery necessary

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Dr Dhankecha Dineshbhai

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A leaking back lump with white discharge could be an infected sebaceous cyst or abscess; it often needs surgical removal to prevent recurrence.

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Answered 14/08/2025

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I'm dealing with a really painful boil on my buttocks, and it's been bothering me a lot. I was wondering if taking Sporidex 500 mg would help clear it up?

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I'm dealing with infections in my groin area, and the doctor suggested using t bac 2 ointment. Is it safe to use this on my penis as well? The skin there has turned dark, shrunk, and the foreskin is tight and not moving back easily. I'm a bit worried about this, could you advise?

It's important to follow your doctor's advice, as the T Bac 2% ointment is typically used for skin infections. Applying it on the penis should be done cautiously, especially if you're experiencing tightness and discoloration. If the skin is shrinking or becoming overly tight, I recommend consulting your doctor for a specific evaluation and tailored treatment plan.

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I've noticed that my genital area has become dark brown, and I'm wondering if there's any treatment available to lighten it, similar to how depigmentation is done for the face. Are there options like cryotherapy to help with this? Also, how can I prevent it from getting darker? Does anyone offer this kind of treatment in Bangalore?

Its natural and healthy to have dark intimate area no need to worry,you can use intimate moisturizer that would help you

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