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Noticed a lump on side of my shin. only tender when i touch it. havent bumped my leg at all. can see the knot when i look at my shin. its hard ?

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Cyst: Could be a cyst. See your physician f to a definitive diagnosis and treatment if necessary. Good Luck

Answered 3/9/2019

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Dr. Richard Greenwald answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Leg lump: Leg lumps can be caused by any number of conditions, including infections, muscle herniation, vein issues, inflammation, tumors and trauma. Depending on the cause leg lumps can be single or multiple, soft or firm, painful or painless. See your doc

Answered 3/5/2019

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Agree with Dr. G.: It is not feasible to provide a meaningful opinion without additional history, physical examination and may be some tests and imagining study. It is prudent to see your doctor.

Answered 3/6/2019

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