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Noticed Sunken Area On Leg Above Ankle. What Could Be The Cause And Cure?
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Thu, 2 Aug 2012
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Thu, 2 Aug 2012
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Question : I just noticed a sunken in area about the size of quarter on my leg 4 inches above my ankle. It doesn't hurt or itch or anything. What would cause this?
Hello,
Thanks for posting your query.
A sunken area on the leg without any history of trauma is likely to be due to a local fibrosis in the area. A retracted muscle in the area can also cause such an indentation.
You need to self monitor the area for any skin changes, pain , increase in the indentation, etc. In case any of these changes appear then you need to consult a physician for a direct examination and related investigations to detect the cause.
I hope this answers your query.
In case you have additional questions or doubts, you can forward them to me, and I shall be glad to help you out.
Please accept my answer in case you do not have further queries.
Wishing you good health.
Regards.
Dr. Praveen Tayal.
Thanks for posting your query.
A sunken area on the leg without any history of trauma is likely to be due to a local fibrosis in the area. A retracted muscle in the area can also cause such an indentation.
You need to self monitor the area for any skin changes, pain , increase in the indentation, etc. In case any of these changes appear then you need to consult a physician for a direct examination and related investigations to detect the cause.
I hope this answers your query.
In case you have additional questions or doubts, you can forward them to me, and I shall be glad to help you out.
Please accept my answer in case you do not have further queries.
Wishing you good health.
Regards.
Dr. Praveen Tayal.
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