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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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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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