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What Causes Lump On Leg?
Hello i am 24 years old and i have a painful hard lump on my left leg that is about an inch and a half below my knee and to the left. It is painful to the touch and swells on and off for over 5 years. It is about 2.5 inches in diameter and round. any clue what it might be?
Sat, 21 Jun 2014
Hello!
Thank you for the query.
Most likely this is a Bakers cyst. Its a kind of cyst which has a connection with knee joint. It is filled with clear joint fluid. It can get larger after some physical activity. The pain can come and go.
Please consult orthopedist with this issue. Ultrasound should be done to confirm this diagnosis.
To remove it surgery is necessary.
Hope this will help.
Regards.
Thank you for the query.
Most likely this is a Bakers cyst. Its a kind of cyst which has a connection with knee joint. It is filled with clear joint fluid. It can get larger after some physical activity. The pain can come and go.
Please consult orthopedist with this issue. Ultrasound should be done to confirm this diagnosis.
To remove it surgery is necessary.
Hope this will help.
Regards.
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