I Wrote That I Have A Swollen 3/4 In Bump
Question: I wrote that I have a swollen 3/4 in bump above my ankle on my left leg....I had it for about a month or two, a doctor gave me Furosemide because my whole legs were swollen too..no effect..
The bump hurts if I press
The bump hurts if I press
Tell me at least what specialist, what type of doctor I should go to for this problem
Thanks
Thanks
Brief Answer:
General Surgeon preferably.
Detailed Answer:
Hi.
Thanks for your query.
Noted the history, your age, symptoms and medication.
3/4 inch bump above left ankle that pain on pressure is indicative of a localized problem and most probably not related to the whole leg swelling where Furosemide has not helped.
The best diagnosis can be done by a General Surgeon assisted by investigations as needed.
Which side of the ankle the lump is - inside area, outside area, in front or back of leg and ankle?
Any history of trauma or varicose veins?
Please post clear and focused photos if possible and give feedback once you see a Surgeon and investigated.
I hope this answers your query and helps you.
With Regards.
Dr T Chandrakant.
General Surgeon preferably.
Detailed Answer:
Hi.
Thanks for your query.
Noted the history, your age, symptoms and medication.
3/4 inch bump above left ankle that pain on pressure is indicative of a localized problem and most probably not related to the whole leg swelling where Furosemide has not helped.
The best diagnosis can be done by a General Surgeon assisted by investigations as needed.
Which side of the ankle the lump is - inside area, outside area, in front or back of leg and ankle?
Any history of trauma or varicose veins?
Please post clear and focused photos if possible and give feedback once you see a Surgeon and investigated.
I hope this answers your query and helps you.
With Regards.
Dr T Chandrakant.
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