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Two weeks ago i discovered a hard small lump on my shin it is tender to the touch but otherwise there is no pain i noticed that it is a little bigger and it s discoloring like a bruise i go to the doctor tomorrow but i was wondering what this could be i a

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Insect bite: Could be many things: insect bite, splint, bruise , ruptured small vessel. No reason to panic, in most cases something of short term significance. Get well soon.

Answered 11/28/2017

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Trauma: Sub periostel hematoma. Bone bruise tender takes months to go away but should be fine. Definitly have doctor look at it.

Answered 7/4/2016

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