Lumps and Bumps Ultrasound
What Is a Lumps and Bumps Ultrasound?
A soft tissue (lumps and bumps) ultrasound is a non-invasive scan used to examine lumps, swellings, and other abnormalities in the soft tissues beneath the skin. Ultrasound can help determine whether a lump is fluid-filled (cystic) or solid, and can provide important information about its size, location, and characteristics.
Finding a new lump can be worrying. This quick, generally painless scan provides valuable diagnostic information to help you and your doctor understand what's going on and decide on next steps.
Please note: We do not perform breast ultrasound at this clinic.
What We Assess With This Scan
- The lump itself (size, shape, location, internal characteristics)
- Surrounding soft tissues (muscles, subcutaneous fat)
- Cysts (fluid-filled lumps)
- Lipomas (fatty lumps)
- Lymph nodes (enlarged nodes in neck, armpit, groin)
- Ganglion cysts, hernias, haematomas, and abscesses
This scan cannot assess:
- Provide a definitive diagnosis for all lumps (biopsy may be needed)
- Assess internal organs (separate scans are available)
- Perform breast ultrasound
Why You Might Need This Scan
Common symptoms:
- •You've noticed a new lump or bump
- •An existing lump has changed in size or appearance
- •You have swelling that hasn't resolved
- •Your GP has felt a lump during examination
- •You want a lump you're concerned about assessed
Conditions we assess:
- •Cysts (fluid-filled lumps)
- •Lipomas (fatty lumps)
- •Ganglion cysts
- •Enlarged lymph nodes
- •Hernias (inguinal, umbilical, etc.)
- •Haematomas and abscesses
- •Soft tissue masses
What to Expect
Before Your Scan
No special preparation is needed.
Preparation checklist:
- Wear loose-fitting clothing or clothing that allows easy access to the area of concern
- Be prepared to show the sonographer exactly where the lump is located
- Arrive 10 minutes before your appointment time
During the Scan
The sonographer will ask you to point out or feel the lump so they know exactly where to scan. A small amount of warm gel is applied directly over the lump. The sonographer gently moves a handheld probe across the skin to capture images. The scan is generally painless and typically takes 15-30 minutes.
After Your Scan
You can return to normal activities immediately. There are no restrictions or downtime.
Results & Next Steps
Your scan is reviewed by a consultant radiologist, who prepares a formal report. This report is sent to your referring doctor (or to you if self-referred) within 2-3 working days. The report will describe the lump's characteristics and may suggest what type of lump it is.
Pricing
Price: €170 (Medical Card: €150)
Cancellation: We require 24 hours notice for cancellations or rescheduling.
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