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I'm getting hard lumps on my inner calf. they are tender to touch. started with 1 lump in august and am up to 4 or 5 in the last month. i've had an ultrasound that was negative in august. any ideas what it is? fast growing

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Dr. John Chiu answered

See derm: I think you need to consult a dermatologist possibly for a skin biopsy. A painful lump may be from vasculitis which can be serious .

Answered 11/2/2015

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A member asked:

I'm getting hard lumps on my inner calf. they are tender to touch. started with 1 lump in august and am up to 4 or 5 in the last month. i've had an ultrasound that was negative in august. any ideas what it is? fast growing

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Chiu answered

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