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What Causes Lump On Leg Near Fibula?

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Posted on Tue, 2 Dec 2014
Question: Hi. I have a small hard lump on the outside of my right leg at or near the top of the fibula. It is a little sore - tender to the touch. There is no redness or other skin discoloration. What could this be?
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Answered by Dr. Saurabh Gupta (39 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
It could be-

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for your query.

Well, without a clinical evaluation it would be difficult to determine the cause of the lump. Possibilities that may need to be considered include bony outgrowth, cysts, fibrosed tissue, growths from underlying connective tissue etc.
I would suggest getting this evaluated by an orthopedician for an accurate diagnosis and appropriate management. You may get the X-ray of the area affected and FNAC (fine needle aspiration cytology) of lump under his/her guidance.

I do hope that you have found something helpful and I will be glad to answer any further query.

Take care
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Dr. Saurabh Gupta

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What Causes Lump On Leg Near Fibula?

Brief Answer: It could be- Detailed Answer: Hello, Thanks for your query. Well, without a clinical evaluation it would be difficult to determine the cause of the lump. Possibilities that may need to be considered include bony outgrowth, cysts, fibrosed tissue, growths from underlying connective tissue etc. I would suggest getting this evaluated by an orthopedician for an accurate diagnosis and appropriate management. You may get the X-ray of the area affected and FNAC (fine needle aspiration cytology) of lump under his/her guidance. I do hope that you have found something helpful and I will be glad to answer any further query. Take care