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I have a hard lump under my skin a little below my knee and the outside of the skin is black and blue what might this be ?

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Dr. Fuad Farah answered

Need s an examinatio: Need to be evaluated as to the duration and its physical appearance before any answer can be given. Please check with your dermatologist.

Answered 4/30/2013

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A member asked:

I have a hard lump under my skin a little below my knee and the outside of the skin is black and blue what might this be ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Fuad Farah answered

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