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What Causes Itchy Lump On The Inner Calf?

Hi. I have a lump on the inside of my calf. I ve had it for 6-7 years. It would grow and pop(?) in the past, but the past year it s just been growing, and now it s a dark color. My concern is that today the area around it itches, and that s bizarre. Any ideas?
Thu, 17 Mar 2016
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Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query you have itchy lump on the inner calf . Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like xerotic eczema , senile pruritis , atopic dermatitis , contact dermatitis , varicose vein , baker's cyst or infestations . I would suggest you to apply cold compresses to rashes , keep it clean and dry , apply petroleum jelly on it and take antihistamine like benadryl . If condition doesn't get well then consult dermatologist for proper examination . Doctor may order certain test like skin patch test or allergy test . Doctor may prescribe immunosuppressants , antibiotics like clarithrimycinor corticosteroid ointment . Apply ice pack .


Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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What Causes Itchy Lump On The Inner Calf?

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have itchy lump on the inner calf . Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like xerotic eczema , senile pruritis , atopic dermatitis , contact dermatitis , varicose vein , baker s cyst or infestations . I would suggest you to apply cold compresses to rashes , keep it clean and dry , apply petroleum jelly on it and take antihistamine like benadryl . If condition doesn t get well then consult dermatologist for proper examination . Doctor may order certain test like skin patch test or allergy test . Doctor may prescribe immunosuppressants , antibiotics like clarithrimycinor corticosteroid ointment . Apply ice pack . Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari