I have a lump on my right butt cheek, it is approx 1 inch in all directions and round in shape. At times it is painful. I have had folliculitis (sp?) In the past but this seems different, it hasn t drained like those do. It seems to be slowly getting bigger.
Hi. Welcome to Chat Doctor . I have gone through your query and can understand your concerns. As per your complaint a lump on butt cheek that is painful at times can be due to clogged or plugged oil gland that can get infection and lead to formation of a painful lump. Other cause can be hair follicle infection leading to Folliculitis. It can also be a Perianal abscess caused due to skin infection in that area leading to pus formation below the skin and therefore formation of a lump. I would suggest you to consult a Proctologist or a general surgeon and get evaluated, and a thorough clinical evaluation can help in diagnosis. You can be advised to take a course of antibiotics like Augmenting and Metronidazole, anti-inflammatory painkiller like Ibuprofen. Topical application of antibiotic and steroid ointment can be advised. You can also be advised to do cool compresses over it. The physician can also do incision and Chat Doctor. . Hope this information helps. Thanks and regards.