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I have a hard mass on the upper part of my thigh. (lap area) i can feel it if my leg is flexed. i thought it was an ingrown but there is no head to it?

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Dr. Liesa Harte answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Mass on leg?: You might consider getting checked by a physician to find out for sure what is on your leg.

Dr Pizzo agreed

Answered 6/20/2014

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A member asked:

I have a hard mass on the upper part of my thigh. (lap area) i can feel it if my leg is flexed. i thought it was an ingrown but there is no head to it?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Liesa Harte answered

Dr Pizzo agreed

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