Question 1

lump on ankle bone after injury. what could cause this?

Accepted Answer

? Hematoma: You may have accumulation of blood under the outer lining of the bone, subperiosteal hematoma. If the swelling does not subside in a couple of weeks you should see your doctor for further evaluation.

Question 2

i have a soft lump on ankle another lump on the same leg but about 4" above ankle bone. both appeared within last month.no injury.hurts sometimes?

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Lump: Could be something called erythema nodosum. You need to be checked out by a doctor.

Question 3

i have a lump on my ankle what could it be?

Accepted Answer

Lipoma: Lipoma or dermatofibroma.

Question 4

i got this white lump on my ankle, and i want to know what it is and how to remove it?

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Ganglion: The lump may or may not be a ganglion.  Most of the time it can be drained instead of removed.  It is better to try conservative options first to avoid surgery because of potential complications and reoccurance.  If it is not fluid filled then and MRI may be needed to evaluate it further.

Question 5

i have a lump on my ankle and it moves. what is it and how do i get rid of it?

Accepted Answer

See a podiatrist: It may be a ganglion.
Sometimes it can be aspirtated by placing a needle in it & withdrawing the fluid.

Or it may need surgical removal.

Question 6

i have a lump on my ankle, it bothers me a lot, hurts when i walk or sit and stings if i touch it. there has been no injury either. ?

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See your doctor: There could be may different causes, see your doctor for a full work up so it can be treated

Question 7

i have a purple raised tender and itchy lump on my ankle that seems to be streaking outwards. what is it?

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Have this evaluated!: Claire:   you should have this evaluated as soon as you can.  It may be something that can be treated simply or it could be a more serious problem.  Answering your question is difficult without a thorough evaluation.  Please see your local foot specialists or dermatologist!  dr l.

Question 8

i have a lump on both ankles below the outer ankle bone. my ankles have felt tight recently and can be painful when i get out of bed?

Accepted Answer

Ankle swelling: There may be some swelling inside or around your ankle. Usually swelling in the ankle joint occurs under the outside of your ankle below the lateral malleolus. If its happening on both there may be something systemic happening in your system. You should see a specialist.

Question 9

have a lump on my ankle with scab took scab off lil pus came out now its hard and painful what is it? there's something still n it my ankle n foot sw

Accepted Answer

Can be abscess: Sounds like you have an abscess. Time to go to your doctor and get it drained.

Question 10

i have a swollen red inflamed lump on my ankle. it had a single tiny hole like a bite mark. i've had it for a week. it's tender and painful to touch.

Accepted Answer

INFECTION: You may have been bitten by something. Sounds like an infection, w/ or w/o abscess. See a doctor.

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Lump on ankle bone after injury. what could cause this?

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I have a soft lump on ankle another lump on the same leg but about 4" above ankle bone. both appeared within last month.no injury.hurts sometimes?

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I have a lump on my ankle what could it be?

A member asked:

I got this white lump on my ankle, and i want to know what it is and how to remove it?

A member asked:

I have a lump on my ankle and it moves. what is it and how do i get rid of it?

A member asked:

I have a lump on my ankle, it bothers me a lot, hurts when i walk or sit and stings if i touch it. there has been no injury either. ?

A member asked:

I have a purple raised tender and itchy lump on my ankle that seems to be streaking outwards. what is it?

A member asked:

I have a lump on both ankles below the outer ankle bone. my ankles have felt tight recently and can be painful when i get out of bed?

A member asked:

Have a lump on my ankle with scab took scab off lil pus came out now its hard and painful what is it? there's something still n it my ankle n foot sw

A member asked:

I have a swollen red inflamed lump on my ankle. it had a single tiny hole like a bite mark. i've had it for a week. it's tender and painful to touch.

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