Can spots/ boils/ cysts be solid? I have one near my ear. It s a lump that looks all red and inflamed. The top of it feels like a kind of liquid sack but when I feel down further the lump is a lot firmer. I m a female and it s almost my time of month and I get a lot of spots and sometimes boils and cysts (I have two reccuring cysts in my groin area that fill up with a gross yellow liquid before/after my time of month but these aren t as hard as the one near my ear).
Hi, The lump if its smaller and not growing, non-tender then you shouldn't worry about it. But if it is painful and inflamed, it can be due to folliculitis (infection). If the lump grows in size I suggest you to get it examined thoroughly. You may need to get it incised and have a course of antibiotics to get fully cured. Do not pinch it.  Maintain good personal hygiene to prevent such infections. You'll be absolutely fine. Hope this helps you. Let me know if I can assist you further. Best regards,