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I have a large hard bump on my shin bone about an inch left of knee and 6 inches down. might have bumped against chair but not sure.

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It could be: a hematoma, especially if you are on blood thinners. Or it could be a tumor. Best to have a doctor look at it.

Answered 12/8/2016

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Dr. Edward Hellman answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Be seen: Multiple potential causes, I do believe it would be good to be seen so that it is accurately diagnosed.

Answered 6/3/2017

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