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I have a lump on my upper right leg and if i flex my muscle a certain way it hurt what is tjis and if this ok but no discoloration and you can feel it?

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Dr. Steven Sheskier answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Surgery

See doctor: Possible represents something benign like a lipoma or a muscle herniation. It may represent some form of a tumor. Get it checked out and it may require an MRI to see what is is if ther e is any doubt.

Answered 6/10/2014

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