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I have discovered a hard lump in my leg which is painful to touch but also have pain in the area around this lump. should i go see a doctor?

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Dr. Richard Romano answered

Lump: Sounds like you should. A hard lump that is painful can be several things.

Answered 12/30/2019

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A member asked:

I have discovered a hard lump in my leg which is painful to touch but also have pain in the area around this lump. should i go see a doctor?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Richard Romano answered

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