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What Does The Appearance Of 3 Knots On My Lower Shin Indicate?
Hi. I have 3 small firm knots on my lower shin. I have had one for about 2 years and just recently 2 more appeared. Can you direct me as to some possibilities of what this could be? They do not hurt; are larger when I stand and somewhat disappear when I release pressure from my legs (sitting).
Tue, 28 Jan 2014
Hi,
The knots you have noticed on your lower shin might be related to :
- deep leg venous insufficiency (due to clotting)
- lipoma
If I was your caring doctor will further evaluate by:
- Echo Doppler of the blood vessels of the leg
- ultrasound of the knots
to determine the right diagnosis and start appropriate treatment in time.
All the best!
Dr.Alba
The knots you have noticed on your lower shin might be related to :
- deep leg venous insufficiency (due to clotting)
- lipoma
If I was your caring doctor will further evaluate by:
- Echo Doppler of the blood vessels of the leg
- ultrasound of the knots
to determine the right diagnosis and start appropriate treatment in time.
All the best!
Dr.Alba
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