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Found a knot on back of leg, hurts to walk. my daughter has been complaining about her leg hurting. she says it hurts to walk. i check where she said it hurts and found a knot, she screamed when i touched it. she takes dance and cheer could she have just

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Dr. Monica Wood answered

Specializes in Hand Surgery

This : This should be evaluated by an orthopaedic surgeon immediately! while it may be from an injury, there are more serious conditions that can cause lumps in this area. Depending on her age, there are different types of growths that can occur around the knee. Some of them are painful and some are not. Radiographs are mandatory and advanced imaging may be necessary.

Answered 10/3/2016

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Dr. James McClurg answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Even : Even though you do not indicate the age of your daughter children normally do not scream with pain for this kind of problem. Have an evalution as soon as possible.

Answered 10/3/2016

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