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What Does A Lump On The Outer Calf Indicate?
I have lump on outer calf, has been there few years but seems to be a little bigger. It s under spider vein. I have been in hospital twice while I had this and never had unusual blood work so should I be concerned? Will make spot as I just noticed it seems larger
Mon, 3 Dec 2018
Hello,
The most common soft-tissue lumps are lipomas. Lipomas are made of fat cells. They don't require any treatment. I suggest a visit to a dermatologist to confirm the diagnosis.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician
The most common soft-tissue lumps are lipomas. Lipomas are made of fat cells. They don't require any treatment. I suggest a visit to a dermatologist to confirm the diagnosis.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician
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