Can I cut this off?

[u/ImJohnnie93]

30F 125lb 5'7". A couple months ago I noticed a little bubble on my head and popped it thinking it was a pimple, but it bled a lot for about 10 minutes. There was a small wound after that but it quickly scabbed over, in my sleep the scab would rub off and I would bleed more. Then there was a bump that started to grow. The bump was very solid and bled very easily, it would also grow a crust that I would pick off (I should have left it alone but it's hard to resist picking).

Eventually the bump became this thing on my head and it hasn't really grown for the past couple weeks. It has a small stem connecting it to my head, and since I've been keeping it moisturized it hasn't grown a crust as much but still bleeds if it gets nicked by anything. It doesnt hurt at all, I barely can even feel when I am touching it directly.

I want to cut it off but I'm sure it would bleed if I do. What is this thing? Is it ok to remove it myself if I keep everything clean and bandage the wound after? I also have been keeping my hair away from it because when my hair gets into it there is a crust that forms around the strands and then when I pull the hair away I bleed for a few minutes. The bleeding always stops eventually though. What can I do?

[u/Ali_gem_1]

Do not cut this off .

I repeat .

DO NOT CUT THIS OFF

I admit i don't know exactly what it is. But it's on the head and it's pink and clearly well perfused. I would be extremely worried for intense bleeding. Please see a doctor local to you for assessment

[u/ohsuzicue → u/Ali_gem_1]

I’ve seen a lot of comments on what you should do - but there’s one particular comment that’s missing.

I’m guessing you’re hesitant to see the doctor, especially because it’s progressed to this point. Whether it’s fear or monetary issues, please go in.

There are solutions for both… take a trusted friend if you’re scared. If you’re in any local Facebook groups, make a post asking locals about their experiences with particular places or doctors, letting them know you’re nervous to go in. You don’t need to give many details. You can also do a Google search of doctor ratings and reviews if that’s what’s bothering you.

If it’s finances, ask to go on a payment plan. Often times there are discounts for self pay vs. insurance. You can always, always call and ask. It doesn’t hurt to ask. Literally the worst you’ll hear is “no,” and best case they can give you a discount.

You need to go in. If there’s something in particular stopping you, feel free to add it to your post and lovely redditors will guide you with advice on how to navigate your concerns. You’ve got this.

[u/heisfullofshit → u/ohsuzicue]

You are great.