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A member asked:
Can bumps under skin on lower legs that itch at first and then harden with discoloration of skin and swelling be signs of cancer?
5 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
Unlikely: It is unlikely that these are signs of cancer, but you should make sure that your primary care physician examines you. Depending on what he thinks they are, referral to a dermatologist may be indicated.
Answered 6/17/2017
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Unlikely.: Itching, hardness (medical term induration) and swelling sounds much more like an inflammatory reaction. There are lots of possible causes, but cancer is not likely to be one of them.
Answered 6/17/2017
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See your doc: Any new skin lesions should be brought to the attention of your friendly dermatologist.
Answered 4/5/2013
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