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On the outer part of back of thigh near tendon, there are soft squishy lumps on both legs that kinda of move around if pushed. 2 inches above knee. ?

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Dr. Daniel Solomon answered

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Lipoma or fluid cyst: These are probably lipomas (benign fatty masses under the skin) but could be cysts coming from the joint if you've had some knee problems.

Answered 4/16/2020

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A member asked:

On the outer part of back of thigh near tendon, there are soft squishy lumps on both legs that kinda of move around if pushed. 2 inches above knee. ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Daniel Solomon answered

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