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What to do if i have a painful lump on my achilles tendon does anyone know what it could be?
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It could be : A haglund's deformity, retrocalcaneal bursitis, a xanthoma or cholesterol deposit, a partial tear, tendonitis, i would recommend you get it checked out.
Answered 1/24/2021
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Pump bump?: It may be a bursa (fluid sac) or retrograde heel spurs or other pathology. Sometimes the tendon can have calcified or scar tissue develop from micro trauma or unknown etiology. Please see a specialist for imaging studies and definitive treatments. Best of luck.
Answered 1/24/2021
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An exam is needed!: There are a number of things. A painful lump on the tendon can range from a cyst to a calcification, or even the beginning of a rupture. There needs to be more info given. I will say that in view that it is on the achilles tendon (a very large tendon) and you are having pain, it needs to be looked at by a physician.
Answered 6/30/2018
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