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Hi My Name is Sherri. I have an odd shaped lump on my calf. I noticed it when I had pressure boots on during a surgery I had last year in August. I brought the lump to the attention of my dr and he said it was ok. That was over a year ago. I didn t notice it much over the next year, but realized a few months ago it was still there. a little lower than it was to begin with. The lump is painful to the touch. I am concerned that is may be something serious. Do you know by chance what this may be, and whether it may be serious?
Hello, Thank you for using Healthcare magic. I read your question and understood your concern. I think ther are two possibilities what it might be. First it might be a varicose vein which is a enlargement of the superficial vein in the leg. Second might be a deep vein thrombosis. Both of this conditions can be confirmed with the Ultrasound Doppler examination , so I advise you to do so. Wish you all the best. Dr. Selmani
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What Causes An Odd Shaped Lump On The Calf?
Hello, Thank you for using Healthcare magic. I read your question and understood your concern. I think ther are two possibilities what it might be. First it might be a varicose vein which is a enlargement of the superficial vein in the leg. Second might be a deep vein thrombosis. Both of this conditions can be confirmed with the Ultrasound Doppler examination , so I advise you to do so. Wish you all the best. Dr. Selmani