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What Causes A Lump On The Side Of The Fibula?

I have a slight lump on the outer side of the fibula. It is sensitive to the touch, almost feels like a bruise but no discoloration. I am not aware of twisting or turning in a way that would have injured the area. My knee and lower leg area ache. And the knee clicks as I bend it. Thoughts?
Mon, 19 Jan 2015
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Hi, If I were your treating Doctor for this case of leg lump, I would come up with three possibilities, these include:
1.     an abscess due to some kind of infection even could be osteomyelitis

2.     The second possibility is of benign and simple conditions like ganglion or bursa; there is nothing to worry about these!

3.     The last possibility is of sebaceous cyst or folliculitis or soft tissue infection; could be some kind of fluid accumulation or synovitis also!

I suggest you to go for an FNAC and X-ray of the lump for confirmation and to relieve your concerns!

Hope this answers your question. If you have additional questions or follow up questions then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your questions.

Wishing you good health.
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What Causes A Lump On The Side Of The Fibula?

Hi, If I were your treating Doctor for this case of leg lump, I would come up with three possibilities, these include: 1. an abscess due to some kind of infection even could be osteomyelitis 2. The second possibility is of benign and simple conditions like ganglion or bursa; there is nothing to worry about these! 3. The last possibility is of sebaceous cyst or folliculitis or soft tissue infection; could be some kind of fluid accumulation or synovitis also! I suggest you to go for an FNAC and X-ray of the lump for confirmation and to relieve your concerns! Hope this answers your question. If you have additional questions or follow up questions then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your questions. Wishing you good health.