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Diagnosis of nodules

anonymous2024
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Child 6 years old girl. January 2024 - 3 small nodules under the scalp on the right side above the eyebrow lye, temple. about 3 mm wide, 1 mm thick. 3 Ultrasound examinations, solid lesions, not vascularized. After some time they almost disappeared. Beginning of august 2024 reappeared and an additional 5 pcs slightly larger. all the time on the right side of the head. further ultrasound examinations confirm what before. skull bone not changed. nodule not painful, hard, does not move. skin color not changed. Multiple consultations with oncologists, surgeons, pediatricians. No one knows what it is.

  • Hi anonymous2024

    Thanks for getting in touch and welcome to the online community. I hope you are finding it supportive.

    My name is Fiona and I’m one of the Macmillan cancer information nurses.

    I’m sorry to read about the situation you find yourself in. It’s very difficult when someone you love has symptoms and after many consultations you still have no answers. This is especially difficult given that it is a child in this case.

    I hope that you are taking care of yourself as well as the little one, during what is a stressful time.

    Great Ormond Street Hospital have information for parents when their child is ill that may be useful for you to read.

    NHS every mind matters has information about managing your emotions and how to look after your wellbeing.

    I hope the specialists can give you answers soon.

    I hope this information helps. Please feel free to get back in touch if you want more information or support.

    Best wishes,

    Fiona P,

    Cancer Information Nurse Specialist 

    You can also speak with the Macmillan Support Line team of experts. Phone free on 0808 808 0000 (7 days a week, 8am-8pm) or send us an email. 

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