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I have a small lump on my leg above my knee nearly at my thigh it's not a mole but small and hard and doesn't seem to be going away what could this be?

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Dr. Arthur Balin answered

Specializes in Dermatology

Bump: It is not possible to make a diagnosis without examining the lump. It could be a dermatofibroma. However strange things often show up on people and sometimes it is necessary to biopsy a spot to know what is causing it. See your doctor or dermatologist to have it evaluated.

Answered 1/27/2014

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A member asked:

I have a small lump on my leg above my knee nearly at my thigh it's not a mole but small and hard and doesn't seem to be going away what could this be?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Arthur Balin answered

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