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Reason For Lump In The Calf?

Hi. I had a deep ache in my right calf for about 5wks and 2cm swelling of limb. Was sent for a Doppler scan to look for a debt but none found. One week later a swelling of about 4inches has come up on the front of my leg slightly to the inside with a hard small lump in the middle. There is no inflammation or redness there at all. The Doppler has been repeated two more times and the doctor at the hospital has discharged me because he cannot find a debt. I m wondering what this lump could be and whether I need a second opinion?
Thu, 14 Jul 2016
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Orthopaedic Surgeon,  's  Response
Hi
Hope this message finds you in good health.
I have gone through your complaints and understand your concern.
if the doppler says the reports are normal,then the swelling does not seem to be related to the blood vessels at all. instead i would suggest to get an mri of the concerned region to find out the origin of the swelling. if it is been coming from a musle layer,a histopath of the swelling will really confirm the diagnosis. usually muscle swellings increase in size gradually but if properly treated,they eventually heal.Nothing to worry about.     
I hope your question has been answered.
If you have any follow-up queries,feel free to consult me anytime.
Thanks,Take care,God bless.

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Reason For Lump In The Calf?

Hi Hope this message finds you in good health. I have gone through your complaints and understand your concern. if the doppler says the reports are normal,then the swelling does not seem to be related to the blood vessels at all. instead i would suggest to get an mri of the concerned region to find out the origin of the swelling. if it is been coming from a musle layer,a histopath of the swelling will really confirm the diagnosis. usually muscle swellings increase in size gradually but if properly treated,they eventually heal.Nothing to worry about. I hope your question has been answered. If you have any follow-up queries,feel free to consult me anytime. Thanks,Take care,God bless.