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Solid Flesh Under The Skin, What Could Be This ?
My dad has hard legs below his knees, it felt as though he had an inch of solid flesh under his skin , we are beginning to get a bit worried, what do you suggest?
Thu, 24 Feb 2011
Hi,
Is your dad suffering from hyper of hypothyroidism or diabetes?
If yes, he may be having myxoedema or amyloidosis. Consult your physician or dermatologist regarding this.
Is your dad suffering from hyper of hypothyroidism or diabetes?
If yes, he may be having myxoedema or amyloidosis. Consult your physician or dermatologist regarding this.
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